As societies generate a greater productive surplus, their people generally
A) become more socially equal.
B) gain more productive specialization.
C) become less warlike.
D) develop feelings of anomie.

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As societies generate a greater productive surplus, they are able to support more diverse occupations and increase their specialized production. This leads to increased productivity and economic growth that benefits individuals and the society as a whole. As a result, people tend to gain more productive specialization to take advantage of these opportunities for economic and social advancement. The other options are incorrect as there is no direct correlation between surplus generation and social equality, warlike tendencies, or feelings of anomie.

As Societies Generate a Greater Productive Surplus, Their People Generally