When Michael steals a car during his gang's initiation, he gets arrested. When he's released from prison, he tries to turn his life around and get a job, but employers don't want to hire him because of his reputation and criminal record. Low on cash, he decides to go back to the gang and sell drugs to make ends meet. This is an example of ______.
A) primary deviance
B) secondary deviance
C) tertiary deviance
D) formal deviance

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Secondary deviance occurs when an individual's actions are a response to the reactions of society to their initial deviance. In this case, Michael's return to crime is a response to societal rejection and the difficulties he faces in finding employment due to his criminal record.

When Michael Steals a Car During His Gang's Initiation, He