Which Theory Proposes That We Become Deviant When Exposed to a Higher

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which theory proposes that we become deviant when exposed to a higher level of deviant people and influences,compared with conventional influences?

• A) labeling theory
• B) strain theory
• C) differential association theory
• D) control theory

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Definitions:

RNA Polymerase

Enzyme that carries out transcription.

Promoter Site

A region of DNA that initiates transcription of a particular gene.

Messenger RNA

A type of RNA molecule that carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where it directs protein synthesis.

Gene Expression

Multistep process by which the information in a gene guides assembly of an RNA or protein product. Includes transcription and translation.