When a Label of Deviance Is Based on a Person's

question 71

Multiple Choice

When a label of deviance is based on a person's intentional or inadvertent actions, it is considered___________ .

• A) conditional
• B) cultural
• C) behavioral
• D) conformist

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Definitions:

Agents of Socialization

Individuals, groups, and institutions that play a significant role in integrating individuals into society by teaching social norms, values, behaviors, and skills.

Socializes

The process by which individuals learn to adopt the behavior patterns of the community or society they live in, acquiring its culture and norms.

Resocialization

The process by which individuals undergo a transformation in their personality through the deliberate manipulation of their environment, often within total institutions.

Military

Pertains to the armed forces of a country, responsible for defending it against external threats and ensuring national security.