Which of the Following Theories Argues That People Break the Law

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following theories argues that people break the law because they believe crime will provide a reward?

• A) routine activity theory
• B) group conflict theory
• C) rational Choice theory
• D) interactionist theory

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

Learning by observing others.

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring new behaviors or knowledge by watching and imitating others, also known as modeling.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which behavior is strengthened or weakened by the consequences, such as rewards or punishments.

Behaviorism

The view that psychology should be an objective science that studies behavior without reference to mental processes. Most psychologists today agree with the first part but not with the second part.