Which of the Following Is an Appropriate Criticism of Structural-Functional

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an appropriate criticism of structural-functional theories of deviance?

A) The theories assume a diversity of cultural standards.
B) The theories imply that everyone who breaks the rules is labelled deviant.
C) The theories focus on all levels of deviance, from stock fraud to street theft.
D) The theories overplay the importance of societal definitions of deviance.
E) The theories overemphasize the importance of social class in explaining deviance.