What Group of Theories Views Deviance as Arising When Groups

question 46

Multiple Choice

What group of theories views deviance as arising when groups with power attempt to impose their norms and values on less powerful groups?

• A) symbolic theories of deviance
• B) conflict theories of deviance
• C) structuralist theories of deviance
• D) socialistic theories of deviance

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Definitions:

V(X)

The variance of a random variable X, representing the expectation of the squared deviation of X from its mean.

V(Y)

The notation for the variance of a random variable Y, measuring the spread of its values.

Joint Probability

The probability of two events occurring together or at the same point in time.

E(XY)

The expected value of the product of two random variables, indicating their joint variability.