Question

8 true or false 2 points
a manager praising an employee for exceptional performance is an example of a positive informal sanction.
true
false
9 multiple choice 2 points
what does the story about bill driving a hearse illustrate?
all forms of deviance are unacceptable
mild deviance can become a mark of distinction
cultural norms do not change over time
deviance is always viewed negatively by society

Explanation:

Question 8 (True or False)

Informal sanctions are unofficial rewards/punishments. Praising for good performance is a positive informal sanction (as it's not a formal organizational reward but a personal/managerial approval). So the statement is true.

• "All forms of deviance are unacceptable" is wrong (some deviance can be accepted or even positive).
• "Mild deviance can become a mark of distinction" fits: Bill driving a hearse (mildly deviant) might make him stand out positively.
• "Cultural norms do not change over time" is false (norms evolve).
• "Deviance is always viewed negatively" is wrong (some deviance is neutral or positive).

Answer:

True

Question 9 (Multiple Choice)