Sociologists view socialization as a lifelong process that begins when a child:
A) can distinguish the I from me.
B) is born.
C) is still in the womb.
D) internalizes the norms and values of society.

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Sociologists view socialization as a process that begins at birth when infants are socialized by their primary caregivers, usually their parents or guardians. While there is evidence that some socialization may begin in the womb, the majority of sociologists focus on the socialization that occurs after birth. Therefore, option B, where a child is born, is the best choice. Option A is not correct because the ability to distinguish the I from the me occurs during the "preparatory stage" of socialization, which occurs from birth to age 3. Option C is not correct because while there is some evidence that fetuses respond to certain types of stimuli, most sociologists focus on the socialization that occurs after birth. Option D is not correct because while internalizing norms and values is an important part of socialization, this typically occurs over a longer period of time, rather than at a specific point in a child's development.

Sociologists View Socialization as a Lifelong Process That Begins When