Labeling theory suggests that the primary thing deviants have in common is

a. common background factors such as low IQs, personality issues, family problems, and/or low social class.
b. a common history of previous deviant behavior in their background.
c. commission of a deviant act and subsequent arrest.
d. they share a deviant label and the experience of being labeled as an outsider.


D

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