In Lemert's Theory of Deviance, Achieving a Deviant Label Takes

question 25

Multiple Choice

In Lemert's theory of deviance, achieving a deviant label takes more than one act, it takes _______ deviation, which occurs when the community and the so-called deviant starts to define the label as real and react accordingly.

• A) primary
• B) secondary
• C) tertiary
• D) actual

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