Which of the following theories would be the most likely to suggest that being caught at deviance increases the likelihood of future deviance?
A)the theory of the deviant career
B)labelling theory
C)power-reflexive theory
D)postmodern theory
E)pluralist conflict theory

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Labelling theory asserts that being caught and labelled as a deviant can lead to the person internalizing that label and subsequently continuing to engage in deviant behavior. This process is known as secondary deviance and can lead to a deviant career.

Which of the Following Theories Would Be the Most Likely