Question

internalization is
a. an action that rewards a particular kind of behavior.
b. the process by which a norm becomes a part of an individual’s personality, thus conditioning that individual to conform to society’s expectations.
c. extreme self - centeredness.
d. a punishment or the threat of punishment used to enforce conformity.
please select the best answer from the choices provided
○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

Internalization in sociology (and social science) is the process where norms become part of an individual’s personality, conditioning them to conform. Option a is a reward (not internalization), c is self - centeredness, d is punishment/enforcement. So option b matches.

Answer:

b. the process by which a norm becomes a part of an individual’s personality, thus conditioning that individual to conform to society’s expectations.