Crime and deviance are dysfunctional when they
A) dissolve tensions and insecurity.
B) erode trust in personal and formal relationships.
C) increase confidence in institutions.
D) create trust in personal relationships.
E) provide temporary safety valves.

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Crime and deviance erode trust in both personal and formal relationships, leading to social disintegration and potential breakdown of social order. This dysfunctional aspect of crime and deviance is well documented in the field of sociology.

Crime and Deviance Are Dysfunctional When They