Becker, citing Hughes' distinction between master and subordinate statuses, to explain
a. the tendency to define a person's identity primarily in terms of their deviant status.
b. whenever a person is labeled deviant they become subordinate to others.
c. how physicians and other people of high status are masters of their own fate.
d. the fact that members of minority groups are more likely to be labeled deviant.
A
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Who determines whether a prisoner's sentence may be reduced for good behavior?
a. judge b. prosecutor c. state supreme court d. prison administrator e. governor of the state
The purpose of solicitation, conspiracy, and attempt statutes is to
a. prevent serious harm before it occurs b. prevent persons from aiding the criminal after completion of the crime c. obtain the cooperation of material witnesses d. prevent criminals from escaping
How many different major ways are there for judges to be selected in the United States?
a. two. c. three. b. four. d. five.