According to positivist/normative conceptions of deviance, deviance is defined as ______.

a. behaviors that illicit a definition or label of deviance
b. inherently deviant behaviors committed by criminals
c. critiques of the social system that exist and create such norms
d. violations of a rule understood by the majority of the group


d. violations of a rule understood by the majority of the group

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Tempered glass is used in:

a. Windshields in autos manufactured in the United States. b. Crystal stemware. c. The side and rear windows of autos manufactured in the United States. d. Both b and c

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Summarize the main points of the Conflict Perspective.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is the primary source of criminal procedure?

A) The U.S. Constitution B) Statutes passed by the U.S. Congress C) Judicial rulings D) Common law

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______ have higher rates of incarceration for property crimes.

a. Blacks b. Whites c. Hispanics/Latinos d. Asians

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