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Deviance is a concept that is:
Deviance is a concept that is:
- Dependent on individual behavior
- Consistent in legal definitions
- Universal across all cultures
- Relative to cultural norms (correct)
In the context of social reaction to deviance, what does a positive sanction entail?
In the context of social reaction to deviance, what does a positive sanction entail?
- Ignoring deviant behavior
- Reinforcement or approval of behavior (correct)
- Punishment for deviant behavior
- Formal legal action
In terms of crime, what distinguishes it from deviance?
In terms of crime, what distinguishes it from deviance?
- Criminal activities are universally condemned
- Crime is always relative to culture
- Deviant behaviors are always punishable by law
- Breaking legal norms specifically defines crime (correct)
Which sociological perspective, mentioned in the text, views deviance as normal and inevitable?
Which sociological perspective, mentioned in the text, views deviance as normal and inevitable?
How does the text describe the source of crime and deviance according to the Structural-Functionalist perspective?
How does the text describe the source of crime and deviance according to the Structural-Functionalist perspective?
What is a key feature of deviance as proposed by Functionalist theory (Durkheim)?
What is a key feature of deviance as proposed by Functionalist theory (Durkheim)?
Why does deviance play a functional role in society?
Why does deviance play a functional role in society?
What is one criticism mentioned in the text regarding the perspective that society generates deviance for its own well-being?
What is one criticism mentioned in the text regarding the perspective that society generates deviance for its own well-being?
According to the Structural Strain Theory proposed by Merton, what leads to deviance?
According to the Structural Strain Theory proposed by Merton, what leads to deviance?
In the context of deviant subcultures, what characterizes a Criminal subculture?
In the context of deviant subcultures, what characterizes a Criminal subculture?
What are some reasons mentioned in the text for unrecorded crimes?
What are some reasons mentioned in the text for unrecorded crimes?
How does the text highlight the differential treatment of different classes regarding crime?
How does the text highlight the differential treatment of different classes regarding crime?
