Which of the following is a necessary element of a sociological definition of deviance?
A) legal enforcement of norms
B) universality of norms
C) negative reaction by others
D) immediate reaction by others

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Deviance in sociology is defined by the reaction of others, particularly a negative reaction, indicating that an action or behavior is outside of the accepted norms. This reaction is what labels the behavior as deviant, rather than the behavior itself inherently being deviant without societal context. Legal enforcement, universality of norms, and immediacy of reaction are not necessary elements for a behavior to be considered deviant in a sociological context.

Which of the Following Is a Necessary Element of a Sociological