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    ____________________ Is the Term for a Widespread but Disproportionate Reaction
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____________________ Is the Term for a Widespread but Disproportionate Reaction

Question 28

Question 28

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____________________ is the term for a widespread but disproportionate reaction to the form of deviance in question.


A) Stigma
B) Witch hunt
C) Secondary deviance
D) Moral panic

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