In Thio's Power Theory, Why Do Lower-Status Individuals Find Themselves

question 28

Multiple Choice

In Thio's power theory, why do lower-status individuals find themselves less likely to engage in positive deviance?

• A) They focus all their energy on day-to-day survival.
• B) They have no interest in improving society.
• C) Departure from normal behavior is discouraged in this group.
• D) This group experiences more social control.

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