When Is a "Deviant" Behaviour Deviant According to Most Sociologists

question 39

Multiple Choice

When is a "deviant" behaviour deviant according to most sociologists?

• A)when it violates societal rules
• B)when the behaviour harms society vis-à-vis common law
• C)only when a written sanction (i.e. ,law)has been established for the deviant behaviour
• D)when the behaviour receives arbitrary punishment

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