Deviance and Crime Quiz
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Which perspective(s) examine(s) deviance from a macro-level view?

  • Functionalist
  • Conflict
  • Symbolic Interactionist
  • All of the above (correct)

What does the criminal justice system refer to?

  • The system of beliefs and values that shape societal norms
  • The system of organizations that provide support for deviant individuals
  • The system of social control agencies responsible for enforcing laws (correct)
  • The system of laws that define and regulate deviant behavior

What is the future outlook for deviance and crime in the United States?

  • Deviance and crime rates are expected to decrease
  • Deviance rates are expected to decrease while crime rates are expected to increase (correct)
  • Deviance rates are expected to increase while crime rates are expected to decrease
  • Deviance and crime rates are expected to increase

What is the focus of the functionalist perspective on deviance?

<p>The functions and dysfunctions of deviance in society (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of crime classifications and statistics?

<p>To accurately measure the prevalence of deviance and crime in society (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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