According to functionalists, deviance is dysfunctional because it:
A) bolsters the economy.
B) is cheap and inexpensive.
C) decreases confidence in institutions.
D) provides permanent safety valves.
E) destroys social unity.

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Functionalists argue that deviance is dysfunctional because it decreases confidence in institutions, undermining social order and stability.

According to Functionalists, Deviance Is Dysfunctional Because It