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Compare and contrast the positivist and constructionist perspectives on deviance. How do they differ but also work together to provide a better definition of deviance?

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Each of your answers should be written using your own words. Do not copy and paste from your textbook or an Internet source. Simply copying from the book word-for-word does not show me that you understand the concepts.  Ensure you cite your work and add reference(s) at the end of your journal. This assignment is designed to see if you are reading and understanding the material from your textbook and learning modules, so these should be the sources you are citing in your work. You should not need to do research from additional resources unless the question specifically asks you to do so; you should not be Googling the answers for these questions.Please review the APA module under the “Getting Started” area if you need assistance.  As a criminal justice professional, it is imperative that you learn the finer aspects of writing.  Citing and referencing are part of the gradable criteria for your weekly work.All questions are worth 20 points:Compare and contrast the positivist and constructionist perspectives on deviance. How do they differ but also work together to provide a better definition of deviance?Compare and contrast strain and control theories. What does each say about the causes of deviance? Which one is more sensible?Discuss why the general public and sociologists have failed to agree upon a definition of deviance. Why is achieving a definition so difficult?Explain and evaluate the labeling approach to deviant behavior. What are some of the pros and cons of this approach? How does it relate to the more general process of social interaction?How does the social learning theory explain deviant behavior? What social forces does this theory provide that would pressure someone toward deviance?Journal Assignment Grading:Each assignment is given equal weight out of 100 points.; each question is worth 20 points. If a question is not answered, no points will be received for that response.  Each question is weighted equally.Please post all answers as an attachment in a Microsoft Word document or a Rich Text Format file. This assignment is due by Sunday at 11:59 p.m. EST.

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