What Theory That Blames the Individual Actors Was Used to Examine

question 112

Multiple Choice

What theory that blames the individual actors was used to examine the lynching of African Americans by poor and working-class white people in the United States?

• A)emergent norm theory
• B)convergence theory
• C) contagion theory
• D) constraint theory

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Definitions:

Nolo Contendere

A plea in which the defendant does not admit guilt but agrees not to contest the charges.

Guilt

Guilt is the emotional state of feeling responsible or remorseful for a perceived offense, crime, or wrong, whether or not legally culpable.

Charges

Fees or financial obligations imposed for services rendered, penalties, or cost of borrowing.

White-collar Crimes

Non-violent criminal offenses, usually committed in commercial situations for financial gain.