Identify a Criticism of Differential Association Theory

question 40

Multiple Choice

Identify a criticism of differential association theory.

• A) It is not supported by considerable research.
• B) It does not explain impulsive crimes triggered by rage or fear.
• C) It emphasizes that differential association occurs overnight.
• D) It ignores the possibility that people learn deviance through interaction.
• E) It fails to observe children who grew up in an environment that taught deviance rather than conformity.

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