Which statement summarizes the social constructionist and reactionist/relativist perspectives on deviance?
A) Deviance is both normative and non-normative.
B) Deviance can be positive.
C) Deviance is subjectively defined.
D) Deviance includes folkways, mores, and laws.

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The social constructionist and reactionist/relativist perspectives emphasize that deviance is defined by societal reactions and cultural context, making it a subjective concept rather than an objective, inherent characteristic of actions or behaviors.

Which Statement Summarizes the Social Constructionist and Reactionist/relativist Perspectives on Deviance