Strain Theory

question 5

Multiple Choice

Strain theory:

• A)Argues that morality is based on wealth.
• B)Asserts that motivation and personal responsibility are the key factors in living a healthy lifestyle.
• C)Addresses the relationship between having socially acceptable goals and having socially acceptable means to reach those goals.
• D)States individuals learn deviant behavior from those close to them who provide models of and opportunities for deviance.

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Definitions:

M'Naghten Test

A legal standard used to determine whether a defendant was insane at the time of committing a crime, focusing on their ability to understand the nature of the act or distinguish right from wrong.

Substantial Capacity Test

is a legal standard used to determine if an individual has the mental capacity to understand the wrongfulness of their actions for the purpose of establishing criminal responsibility.

Involuntary Act

An action performed by an individual without conscious control, often considered in legal contexts concerning liability.

Arraigned

The legal procedure of formally charging an individual in court and asking for their plea to the charges.