Question

select the correct answer.
what term refers to the act of not following social norms?
a. socialization
b. acculturation
c. diffusion
d. deviance

Explanation:

• Option A (socialization): The process of internalizing social norms. Eliminate.
• Option B (acculturation): Cultural learning and adaptation, not norm - breaking. Eliminate.
• Option C (diffusion): Spread of cultural elements, not related to norm violation. Eliminate.
• Option D (deviance): By definition, it is the act of not following social norms. Correct.

Answer:

D. deviance