According to Differential Association Theory, the Possibility of Becoming Deviant

question 44

Essay

According to differential association theory, the possibility of becoming deviant depends on four factors. List and briefly discuss these four factors.

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Definitions:

Variable Cost

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or volume of output.

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead

Costs associated with manufacturing that do not vary with the level of production, such as rent, salaries of permanent staff, and depreciation of factory equipment.

Constrained Resource

A limited resource within a production or project environment that restricts the output or completion time.

Profitability

A financial metric used to assess a business's ability to generate earnings compared to its expenses and other relevant costs incurred during a specific period of time.