The forms of deviance in which formal penalties are imposed by society are ______.
A) deviant norms
B) crimes
C) recidivism
D) stigmas

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Crimes refer to forms of deviance in which formal penalties are imposed by society. Deviant norms refer to behavior that violates social norms, but penalties for violating these norms are not formalized. Recidivism refers to the tendency for previous offenders to commit further crimes. Stigmas are negative labels applied to individuals or groups, and while they may affect how society views and treats these individuals, they do not necessarily involve formal penalties.

The Forms of Deviance in Which Formal Penalties Are Imposed