As societies become more complex, __________ even as these societies become more progressive.
A) informal sanctions are being formalized
B) formal means of control have expanded
C) mass surveillance will replace both informal and formal sanctions
D) they will see a rise in deviance vis-à-vis social control

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As societies become more complex, formal means of control have expanded to deal with the increased number of social norms and values that require formal enforcement. Informal sanctions may still exist, but they may become more formalized as well. Mass surveillance may play a role in social control, but it is unlikely to completely replace both informal and formal sanctions. While deviance may occur in any society, there is no reason to believe that it will necessarily rise in relation to social control.

As Societies Become More Complex, __________ Even as These Societies