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Which perspective(s) examine(s) deviance from a macro-level view?
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?
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?
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?
What is the focus of the functionalist perspective on deviance?
What is the purpose of crime classifications and statistics?
What is the purpose of crime classifications and statistics?