Deviance is __________.

A. a violation of social norms
B. a negative label that changes a person's self-concept
C. a violation of society's formal laws
D. illegal activities committed by high-status individuals
E. a reproduction of social norms and mores


Answer: A

Sociology

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Fill in the blanks with correct word

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The family is a unit of economic cooperation that traditionally divides its labor along gender lines

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Identify and explain the use of the Gini coefficient and global quality of life issues

What will be an ideal response?

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a. is broad enough to include any group of mutually supportive persons who consider themselves related. b. only includes people who are related by blood or genetic inheritance. c. does not include cohabiting couples whether of the same or different sexes. d. is no longer referred to within the social sciences. e. no longer applies to anyone's family.

Sociology