In the most recent direction of the study of deviance, __________

A) labeling people as abnormal has helped to clarify that they are the source of most social problems
B) it is understood that social structures contribute to the perpetuation of deviance
C) it is understood that deviants bring their problems on themselves
D) labeling is seen as irrelevant in creating and sustaining deviance


Answer: B

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