The Study of Non-Normative Behavior That Departs from Expected Behavior

question 74

Multiple Choice

The study of non-normative behavior that departs from expected behavior is known as the study of:

• A)criminal justice
• B)criminology
• C)deviant behavior
• D)sociology
• E)all of these choices

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Definitions:

Official Poverty Line

The base level of earnings needed to secure a decent standard of living within a particular country.

Family of Four

A household unit consisting of four members, commonly used as a standard demographic model for analysis and policy-making.

William Julius Wilson

A sociologist from America who is recognized for his contributions to urban sociology, as well as his studies on race and socio-economic class within the United States.

Middle-Class

A social group between the upper and working classes, including professionals, business people, and others with moderate income.