Which of the following is a constructionist theory of deviance and crime?
A) social disorganization theory
B) demonic possession
C) Lombroso's theory of biological atavisms
D) free will, rational choice, and routine activity theory
E) none of the above

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Constructionist theories of deviance and crime focus on how societies define deviance, the processes by which rules and norms are socially constructed, and how these definitions influence the labeling and treatment of individuals as deviant. None of the options provided (A, B, C, D) are constructionist theories. Social disorganization theory (A) focuses on how the breakdown of social institutions in a community leads to crime. Demonic possession (B) is a supernatural explanation rather than a sociological theory. Lombroso's theory of biological atavisms (C) suggests that criminals are biologically different from non-criminals. Free will, rational choice, and routine activity theory (D) are part of the classical school of criminology, emphasizing individual decision-making processes rather than social construction of deviance.

Which of the Following Is a Constructionist Theory of Deviance