Asked by Arrow Eastham on Jun 30, 2024
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All of the following are part of the positivist perspective on deviance,EXCEPT that deviance is
A) a label.
B) intrinsically real.
C) an observable object.
D) determined by forces beyond an individual's control.
Positivist Perspective
A philosophical stance emphasizing observable, scientific facts and their relationships, often associated with a belief in progress and rational explanation.
Observable Object
Any entity or phenomenon that can be perceived or measured by human senses or instruments.
Forces
Influences or powers that cause an object to move or change, or metaphorically, factors that drive or influence events or decisions.
- Outline the principal characteristics that distinguish positivist from constructionist theories on deviance.
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Learning Objectives
- Outline the principal characteristics that distinguish positivist from constructionist theories on deviance.
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