A significant difference between the functionalist and conflict theories of deviance is that
A. functionalist theory assumes the system works for the good of the whole, and conflict theory assumes it works for the good of those in power.
B. functionalist theory focuses on social structure, and conflict theory focuses on social control.
C. functionalist theory focuses on the individual, and conflict theory focuses on society as a whole.
D. functionalist theory ignores the role of deviance in society, and conflict theory focuses on the role of deviance in society.
Answer: A
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