"Deviance depends on whether people notice it." This statement is most closely associated with which theory of deviance?
A)Functionalist perspective (as represented by Emile Durkheim)
B)Labeling theory
C)Constructionist approach
D)Structural strain

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Labeling theory emphasizes the significance of society's reaction to behavior in defining what is considered deviant. According to this perspective, deviance is not inherent in any act but is instead the result of the labels people attach to it.

"Deviance Depends on Whether People Notice It