Generally Speaking, Differential Opportunity Theories Focus on Crime as the Result

question 33

Multiple Choice

Generally speaking, differential opportunity theories focus on crime as the result of ______.

• A) social disorganization
• B) natural processes of maturation
• C) lack of legitimate opportunities
• D) weak social controls

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