Why Does the Family Have Such a Powerful Impact as an Agent

question 107

Multiple Choice

Why does the family have such a powerful impact as an agent of socialization?

• A) Respect for parents is one of the key values of modern society.
• B) Family plays an important role in our everyday lives no matter what stage of life we are in.
• C) Family begins the socialization process before there are any other competing influences.
• D) Family values are strong today in the United States.

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