What Assumption Underlies the Normative Conception of Deviance

question 9

Multiple Choice

What assumption underlies the normative conception of deviance?

• A) The powerful define what behavior constitutes deviance.
• B) There are generally accepted norms guiding behavior.
• C) Deviance is defined subjectively, not objectively.
• D) A certain amount of deviance is a normal part of society.

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Definitions:

Price Sensitivity

The degree to which the demand for a product or service is affected by changes in its price, illustrating consumer response to price adjustments.

Consumer Surplus

The contrast between what buyers are willing to offer for a good or service and the amount they actually spend.

Willingness to Pay

The maximum amount an individual is prepared to expend on a good or service to acquire it.