Individuals Typically Engage in Deviant Behavior Only on Temporary Basis

question 57

Multiple Choice

Individuals typically engage in deviant behavior only on temporary basis.Long-term deviance requires

• A)family support.
• B)financial support.
• C)the support of a deviant subculture.
• D)the support of authorities.

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