The Theory That Holds That Crime Is a Function of One's

question 36

Multiple Choice

The theory that holds that crime is a function of one's inability to achieve personal goals (such as earning money, owning a home, having a nice car) because society is stratified by socioeconomic class is called:

• A) cultural conflict theory.
• B) deviance theory.
• C) social disorganization theory.
• D) strain theory.

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Definitions:

Charging Order

A legal order issued by a court directing the person or entity that owes money to a debtor to pay the debtor's creditor, effectively allowing the creditor to intercept funds or assets owed to the debtor.

Limited Partner

An investor in a partnership who is only liable for the amount of their investment and does not actively manage the business.

Partnership Interest

An ownership share in a partnership, representing a partner's stake in the business's assets and earnings.

Limited Partnership

A form of partnership comprising at least one general partner, who manages the business and is personally liable for partnership debts, and one or more limited partners, who contribute capital and share in profits but are not involved in management and are only liable to the extent of their investment.