Deviance contributes to social change in that________________?
Correct answer: D. some actions initially defined as deviant eventually become generally accepted
- A. today's deviant is tomorrow's leader
- B. deviant acts invariably point to outdated rules
- C. deviance is a fad
- D. some actions initially defined as deviant eventually become generally accepted
Explanation
Some behaviour first condemned as deviant later becomes accepted as social standards change. This is how deviance can challenge existing norms and contribute to social change.
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