@ Labeling theory examines the ascribing of deviant behavior to another person by members of society, meaning a behavior is considered deviant by the reactions of others to the behavior.
a. strain theory
b. conflict theory
c. labeling theory
d. control theory
a. strain theory
@The strain theory on deviance defined five ways that people respond to the gap between socially accepted goals and their lack of socially accepted ways in which to pursue them.
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Which of the following theories of deviance argues that conflicts generated by fundamental contradictions in the structure of society produce laws defining certain acts as deviant or criminal?
A. strain theory B. structural contradiction theory C. differential association theory D. opportunity theory
What are some ways in which government policies can make a difference in wage growth?
What will be an ideal response?
Psychologist Eleanor Maccoby suggests that same-sex peer groups reinforce a(n) ________ interaction style in boys and a(n) ________ interaction style in girls.
A. dominance-oriented; cooperative B. cooperative; competitive C. expressive; emotional D. reserved; straightforward
The use of photographic and video documentation in sociological study is known as
A. visual sociology. B. secondary sociology. C. image analysis. D. iconography.