According to Durkheim, deviance is functional because it
A) threatens the social order.
B) helps members of a society know what is considered normal behavior.
C) points out the flaws in how a society is organized.
D) creates employment for a large number of people.

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Durkheim argued that deviance is functional because it clarifies societal norms and helps members understand what is considered acceptable behavior, thus reinforcing social cohesion.

According to Durkheim, Deviance Is Functional Because It