People who are labeled as deviant, but have NOT committed an act of crime or violated social norms, are what Howard Becker refers to as ______.
A) stigmatized
B) falsely accused
C) stereotyped
D) powerless

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Howard Becker refers to individuals who are labeled as deviant without having committed a crime or violated social norms as "falsely accused." This concept is part of his labeling theory, which examines how the labels society assigns can influence individuals' behavior and identity.

People Who Are Labeled as Deviant, but Have NOT Committed