Which Theory Was Used by Edwin Sutherland to Emphasize That

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which theory was used by Edwin Sutherland to emphasize that criminal behavior is learned through social interactions with others?

• A) labeling theory
• B) cultural transmission
• C) societal-reaction approach
• D) techniques of neutralization

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Definitions:

Biological Arguments

Arguments that explain behaviors, characteristics, and social phenomena based on biological or genetic factors.

Racial Differences

Variations among individuals and groups based on racial or ethnic characteristics, often discussed in sociological, biological, or cultural contexts.

Behavior

The behavior or response of a person or a group when influenced by stimuli that are external or internal.

White Supremacists

Individuals or groups that believe white people are superior to those of all other races and should therefore dominate society.