Which of the Following Statements About Deviance Is False

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about deviance is false?

• A)Even the most aberrant or odd behavior may be understood if we understand the situation in which it occurs.
• B)Most deviant actions are deviant no matter what the circumstances.
• C)Definitions of what is considered deviant behavior may change over time.
• D)Some actions are only considered deviant when certain people commit them.

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Definitions:

Cultural Capital

A concept denoting the accumulation of knowledge, behaviors, and skills that one can tap into to demonstrate cultural competence and social status.

Family Income

The total amount of money earned or received by all members of a family, often considered for financial assessments.

Siblings

Individuals who share one or both parents in common, known for having genetic ties and often significant roles in family dynamics.

Community Environment

The physical, social, economic, and cultural surroundings that influence an individual's or group's quality of life within a community.