When applying Thio's power theory to positive deviance, what kind of person is more likely to receive recognition for engaging in positive deviance?
A) wealthier, higher-status individuals
B) marginalized, lower-status individuals
C) disenfranchised men
D) uneducated, lower-income individuals

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Thio's power theory suggests that individuals with more power, such as those who are wealthier or have higher status, are more likely to be recognized for engaging in positive deviance because their actions are more visible and they have the resources to promote their deviant acts as positive.

When Applying Thio's Power Theory to Positive Deviance, What Kind