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.