Which statement about the difference between primary socialization and secondary socialization is true?

A) Primary socialization is genetic, while secondary socialization comes from society.
B) Primary socialization occurs in early childhood, while secondary socialization occurs throughout life.
C) Primary socialization occurs until age 30 to 40, when secondary socialization takes over.
D) The influences of primary socialization disappear when secondary socialization begins.


Answer: B

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