Primary Deviation Occurs When an Individual

question 19

Multiple Choice

Primary deviation occurs when an individual

• A) commits deviant acts but does not adopt a primary self-identity as a deviant.
• B) does not commit deviant acts but is viewed by authorities to have done so.
• C) accepts the label of deviant resulting in the adoption of a deviant self-identity that confirms the deviant lifestyle.
• D) does not accept the label of deviant resulting in the adoption of a deviant self-identity but conforms to a deviant lifestyle.

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