Which of the following statements regarding labeling theories is TRUE?
a. Labeling is a macro-level perspective.
b. Symbolic interactionists advocate direct observation of the social world.
c. Labeling theorists argue that reactions to deviant behavior can be ignored.
d. In defining deviance, the reaction to the behavior or the person is not as important.
b. Symbolic interactionists advocate direct observation of the social world.
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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
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