Travis Hirschi Argues in His Control Theory That What Discourages

question 49

Multiple Choice

Travis Hirschi argues in his control theory that what discourages crime is

• A)being in the middle class or the upper social class.
• B)having strong social ties that integrate the person within the community.
• C)having good genes.
• D)not being labeled as likely to commit crimes.

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