The View, According to Akers, That Both Deviant and Conventional

question 67

Multiple Choice

The view, according to Akers, that both deviant and conventional behaviors are learned is called:

• A) differential association theory.
• B) labeling theory.
• C) social reaction theory.
• D) differential reinforcement theory.

Recognize the geographic distribution and employment trends within the federal civil service.

Examine different perspectives and approaches towards bureaucratic reform and their implications on democracy.

Understand the challenges to achieving scientific administration and the influence of elite interests in regulatory agencies.

Compare the attitudes of elite and popular democrats towards bureaucratic expertise and market reforms.

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Definitions:

Dizygotic Twins

Also known as fraternal twins, are siblings born at the same time who have developed from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm, sharing about 50% of their DNA.

Monozygotic Twins

Monozygotic twins are twins that originate from a single fertilized egg, thus sharing identical genetic material and typically having very similar appearances and physical traits.

Biological Parents

The parents who are genetically related to the child, contributing half of the child's genetic makeup each.

Metabolize

The biochemical process by which organisms convert substances into energy or materials necessary for cellular function and growth.