People often accept social control based on________________?
Correct answer: A. positive sanctions
- A. positive sanctions
- B. negative sanctions
- C. harsh rules
- D. violence
Explanation
Positive sanctions, such as praise, rewards, or approval, encourage people to follow social expectations without force. Negative sanctions punish violations, so they are a different mechanism of social control.
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