Which Theory Holds That Deviance Is a Direct Result of a Social

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which theory holds that deviance is a direct result of a social structure that stresses achievement but fails to provide adequate, legitimate means of succeeding?

• A)Stress theory
• B)Strain theory
• C)Success theory
• D)None of the above

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