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What is social control primarily concerned with?
What is social control primarily concerned with?
- Changing individual behavior
- Punishing bad behavior
- Rewarding good behavior
- Maintaining social order (correct)
What is the primary goal of social control?
What is the primary goal of social control?
- To increase individual freedom
- To change personal opinions
- To promote social change
- To maintain social order (correct)
What is an example of social control?
What is an example of social control?
- A politician passing a law
- A parent scolding a child (correct)
- A friend giving advice
- A teacher giving homework
What is social control used to achieve?
What is social control used to achieve?
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What is the purpose of social control mechanisms?
What is the purpose of social control mechanisms?
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Study Notes
Social Control
- Primarily concerned with regulating and maintaining social order in a society
- Primary goal is to maintain social conformity and avoid deviance from social norms
Examples of Social Control
- Laws and punishments
- Social norms and values
- Education system
- Family and religion
- Media and propaganda
Purpose of Social Control
- To maintain social order and stability
- To promote obedience to rules and norms
- To prevent deviance and maintain social cohesion
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This quiz covers the concept of social control, its primary goals, and examples of how it is used to achieve social order and maintain norms.
