The relationship between labeling theory and deviance is best explored by which example?
a) A website displays an image and name of a man claiming he is a thief. Even though the man is innocent, his image is forever on the internet as a thief.
b) A prosecutor presents evidence that a woman sold drugs to children. She is sentenced to prison for a number of years.
c) A police officer pulls over a car that has no taillights. The officer provides information for a local garage to fix the car.
d) A news station posts an image of a child who stole candy from a store. The child is shown apologizing for his actions.
ANS: a
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