Which of these statements about the functionalist theories of deviance is false?
A) It focuses on the social structure, not individual action
B) It argues that some things that are seen as dysfunctional are actually functional for society
C) It explains how social norms first become established in society
D) It sees deviance as having a stabilizing influence on society

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Functionalist theories of deviance do not primarily focus on how social norms are initially established; rather, they focus on how deviance can reinforce norms and contribute to social stability.

Which of These Statements About the Functionalist Theories of Deviance