Deviance and control always constitute a paired relationship and it is the _______ group that determines what is normal and what is deviant.

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The more powerful group or institution in society is the one that has the ability to define what is considered normal and deviant behavior. This could be the government, religious institutions, or cultural norms. They have the power to regulate and control behavior that goes against their normative standards. The controlled group would not have the power or authority to determine what is considered normal or deviant.

Deviance and Control Always Constitute a Paired Relationship and It