The Primary Weakness of the Labeling Theory Is

question 49

Multiple Choice

The primary weakness of the labeling theory is

• A) that it overemphasizes social attachment.
• B) its disregard for the role of those with power in creating deviance.
• C) that it does not explain the reasons for the behavior that comes to be labeled as deviant.
• D) that it overstates the subjective nature of identifying deviance.

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Definitions:

Blood

Circulatory fluid of a closed circulatory system. Of vertebrates, fluid connective tissue consisting of plasma and cellular components (red cells, white cells, platelets) that form in bones.

Tubular Secretion

A process in the kidneys where substances are actively transported from blood into the urine through the tubules.

Peritubular Capillaries

In a kidney, capillaries that branch from an efferent arteriole; surround and exchange substances with a kidney tubule.

Filtrate

Filtrate refers to the fluid that has passed through a filter, which can include the removal of solids from liquids or gases.