A Central Insight of Labelling Theory States That Deviance Occurs

question 136

Multiple Choice

A central insight of labelling theory states that deviance occurs because of a deviant's actions. Which of the following does labelling theory identify as an important factor in deviance?

• A) the existence of role models
• B) powerful people in society controlling the rule- and law-making process
• C) the social response that defines deviance
• D) insufficient checks and balances in society to prevent crime

Grasp the concepts of genetic drift, mutation, and selection pressures in the development of reproductive isolation.

Explore the significance of ecological speciation and the impact of environmental factors on speciation processes.

Understand horizontal gene transfer and its exclusion from mechanisms that drive speciation.

Understand the concepts and mechanisms of speciation, including sympatric and allopatric speciation.

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