Question

what, in broad terms, is the definition of deviance? click or tap a choice to answer the question. behavior that is contrary to either a nation’s laws or the tenets of the dominant religion behavior that causes physical or emotional harm to others a behavior, trait, belief, or other characteristic that violates a norm and causes a negative reaction any departure from what is usual or average

Explanation:

To determine the definition of deviance, we analyze each option:

• The first option is too narrow as it focuses only on laws and dominant religion, while deviance can violate other norms too.
• The second option is also narrow, as deviance isn't just about causing harm; it can be about violating norms without direct harm (e.g., minor rule - breaking in a social context).
• The third option: Deviance in sociology is defined as a behavior, trait, belief, or other characteristic that violates a social norm (which can be formal like laws or informal like social customs) and elicits a negative reaction from others. This option captures the key elements of norm violation and negative reaction.
• The fourth option is too broad. "Any departure from what is usual or average" could include positive or neutral departures (like being extremely talented, which isn't deviant), while deviance is about violating norms and getting a negative response.

Answer:

a behavior, trait, belief, or other characteristic that violates a norm and causes a negative reaction