During a Discussion of Causes of Crime, Carmen Notes That

question 20

Multiple Choice

During a discussion of causes of crime, Carmen notes that those who are more affluent control criminal legislation.Such control causes less powerful groups, such as ethnic and social minorities, to be apprehended and punished at higher rates than those who are members of the affluent group.With which theory does Carmen's opinion most align?

• A)social control theory
• B)strain theory
• C)labeling theory
• D)social conflict theory

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