Which of the Following Is a Major Difference Between the Symbolic

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major difference between the symbolic interactionist (SI) and functionalist perspectives on deviance?

• A) SI sees deviance as negative; functionalism does not judge it.
• B) SI takes a micro or close-up look at individuals; functionalism looks at macro-level social systems.
• C) SI accepts deviance in society; functionalism says deviance must be eliminated.
• D) SI argues that deviance plays a symbolic role in society that helps reinforce cohesion; functionalism argues that deviance threatens social cohesion.

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