The University of Chicago Sociologist Who Defined Deviance as a Normal

question 149

Multiple Choice

The University of Chicago sociologist who defined deviance as a normal response to the social conditions in which people find themselves is .

• A) W. I. Thomas
• B) Michael Dyson
• C) Talcott Parsons
• D) Robert Merton

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Definitions:

Adulthood

The period in the human lifespan when an individual is considered legally and socially mature and responsible.

Emerging Adulthood

A phase of the life span between adolescence and full-fledged adulthood, characterized by exploration and instability.

Late Childhood

A developmental period typically referring to children aged between 9 and 12 years, preceding adolescence.

Postconventional Moral Thinkers

Individuals who have reached a level of moral reasoning that transcends personal and societal rules, focusing instead on universal ethical principles.