What Are the Limitations of Definitions of Deviance That Emphasize

question 18

Multiple Choice

What are the limitations of definitions of deviance that emphasize statistical rarity?

• A)some statistically common characteristics are considered "deviant" in society
• B)some statistically rare characteristics are considered "normal" in society
• C)there is too much consensus and too little debate about the precise meaning of "rare"
• D)the law (i.e.as seen in the Criminal Code) reflects power and vested interests rather than normative consensus
• E)some common characteristics are considered "deviant", and some rare characteristics are considered "normal" in society