ÉMile Durkheim Argued That Deviance Can Be Useful to Society

question 12

Multiple Choice

Émile Durkheim argued that deviance can be useful to society by affirming norms and values, clarifying moral boundaries, heightening group solidarity, and encouraging social change. Durkheim's analysis illustrates which perspective?

• A) Conflict
• B) Both/and
• C) Functionalist
• D) Symbolic structuralism

---

Definitions:

Bank Reconciliation

A bank reconciliation is a process that explains the difference between the bank balance shown in an organization's bank statement and the corresponding amount shown in the organization's own accounting records.

Credit Memo

A document issued by a seller that reduces the amount a buyer owes, typically related to returns or adjustments.

Note Receivable

A financial asset representing a written promise to receive a certain amount of money at a future date or on demand.