A young adult who cannot successfully complete classes begins selling drugs to their former classmates. They feel a sense of belonging they lacked before. Which latent function of deviant behavior does this represent?
A) providing a sense of identity
B) encouraging social change
C) scapegoating
D) tension release

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The latent function of providing a sense of identity is illustrated here, as the individual finds a sense of belonging and identity through engaging in deviant behavior, which they lacked previously.

A Young Adult Who Cannot Successfully Complete Classes Begins Selling