A Cracker with the Handle MaxZoom Rationalizes His Cyberdeviance by Explaining

question 42

Multiple Choice

A cracker with the handle MaxZoom rationalizes his cyberdeviance by explaining that he uploads pirated media files because it doesn't hurt people, just faceless corporations. What technique of neutralization is he using?

• A) condemnation of the condemners
• B) denial of injury
• C) denial of victim
• D) appeal to higher loyalties

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