The argument that deviant behavior is little more than a product of the labels people attach to certain types of behavior is referred to as ______.
A. opportunity theory
B. differential association theory
C. labeling theory
D. feminist theory
Answer: C
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a. New tax loopholes were enacted. b. New tax-dodging schemes were discovered c. Tax reform laws were insufficiently enforced. d. all of the above
How does socialization contribute to the legitimization of prejudice and discrimination?
What will be an ideal response?
Control theory argues that deviance is primarily prevented by an individual's strong internal moral compass, and the approval or disapproval of other people has little effect
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements about changes in the achievement gap between boys and girls during the past 30 years is true?
a.) Achievements among girls are better in math and reading, while boys from lower class backgrounds have improved in SAT scores overall. b.) Achievements among girls are now markedly better than boys from all backgrounds in most measures of educational achievement. c.) Achievements among girls are now better in athletics due to the Title IX provisions. d.) Achievements among girls have improved in many ways, while among boys from lower-class backgrounds they have worsened.