Deviance viewed as the natural outgrowth of values, norms, and structure of society a. is known as the strain theory. c. is the major functionalist explanation. b. was developed by robert k. merton. d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Explanation:

Deviance in sociology means behaving in ways that violate social norms and provoke negative social reactions. It is important to emphasize that the concept of deviant behavior is relative - it depends on the society and the time in which it occurs. Certain behavior may be considered deviant in one society and acceptable in another. On this concept, sociology understands descent as the strain theory and the main functionalist explanation, in addition, credits this concept to Robert K. Merton.