Arrange the following steps in the process of social control from the establishment of norms to the enforcement actions taken: A) Establishment of societal norms B) Socialization of individuals to internalize norms C) Application of sanctions (positive or negative) D) Monitoring of behavior to ensure adherence

Social control mechanisms begin with the establishment of societal norms, which are the rules and expectations that guide behavior in a community. Next, individuals go through socialization, where they learn and internalize these norms through family, education, and interactions with others. After that, there is monitoring of behavior to ensure that people are following these norms, which can happen through observation by peers or authorities. Finally, if someone does not adhere to the norms, sanctions are applied, which can be positive, like rewards for good behavior, or negative, like punishments for breaking rules. For example, in a school, students learn the norm of respecting teachers, are monitored during classes, and might receive praise for good behavior or detention for disruptive actions.