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The rise in patriotism following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, is an example of what function of deviance ?

Correct answer: B. Solidarity

  • A. Warning
  • B. Solidarity
  • C. Unification
  • D. Authoritarian
  • E. Boundary setting

Explanation

Durkheim’s view of deviance includes the promotion of social solidarity, because a shared threat can unite people around common values. The rise in patriotism after 9/11 illustrates this solidarity function rather than a warning or authoritarian function.

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