The text states that some people view the nation's social welfare system as a "mechanism of social control." What does this imply?
A. It implies that policies are developed to increase conformity to and compliance with social norms.
B. It implies that social welfare is used to punish those who have committed crimes.
C. It implies that policies are created by the wealthy to placate those in need and prevent civil unrest.
D. It implies that policies are meant to punish people for being in need.
Answer: A
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