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formal group

any group that is deliberately formed by its members or an external authority for some purpose. Unlike an accidental group, a formal group is likely to use explicit terms to define its membership criteria, operating procedures, role structure, and goals. Also called planned group.

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SLD

abbreviation for specific learning disability.