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Criminology is related to the study of deviance. Explain how criminology, deviant behaviors and crime overlap.
 
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Which of the following identification procedures is generally the most likely to be suggestive?
 
  a. Lineup
  b. Showup
  c. Photo display
  d. DNA testing



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Answer to Question 1

Deviant behaviors deviate from the social norm; however, these behaviors are not necessarily illegal. In addition, not all crimes are considered deviant behaviors; although, they often overlap. Criminologists are concerned with the concept of deviance and its relationship to criminality. Sociologists who study deviant behaviors often want to understand or identify the line that separates criminal from unusual behaviors.

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