Labeling Theory Appears to Be Especially Effective in Accounting for

question 19

Multiple Choice

Labeling theory appears to be especially effective in accounting for

• A) why people become involved in white-collar crime.
• B) why only certain people and acts are considered deviant.
• C) why rapists are often not convicted.
• D) why some deviance is beneficial to society.

---

Definitions:

Early 1950s

A period marked by post-World War II recovery and growth, the beginning of the Cold War, and significant social and economic changes worldwide.

Civil War

An internal conflict within a country between different groups or regions, often over issues of governance, territory, or cultural identity.

National Output

The total value of all goods and services produced by a country over a specific period, often measured as Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Automobile Industry

A global sector that involves the design, manufacture, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles, often considered a major driver of economic activity.