The Authors of Your Textbook Assert That the _______ Conception

question 24

Multiple Choice

The authors of your textbook assert that the _______ conception of deviance ignores many facets of social life by asserting that there are culture-free standards of behavior that are universally held regardless of time period or social context.

• A) normative
• B) absolutist
• C) reactivist
• D) statistical

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Definitions:

Identity Formation

The process by which an individual develops a distinct personality and sense of self, influenced by various social and personal factors.

Mate Selection

The process by which individuals choose partners with whom to form a romantic or sexual relationship.

Aggression

Behavior aimed at causing harm or pain to others, which can be physical or verbal and motivated by various factors including frustration or social dynamics.

Social Structure

The structured arrangement of societal connections and social organizations that collectively form a society.