Which of the following is not a major limitation of labeling theory?

a. It fails to account for the relative nature of deviance.
b. It overlooks the fact that some acts are banned in virtually all societies.
c. It tends to generate sympathy for deviants who are depicted as innocent victims of the labels of others.
d. It does not explain habitual deviants who have never been detected or labeled.
e. all of the above are criticisms


A

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