Which Theory Best Accounts for the Idea That Being Part

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which theory best accounts for the idea that being part of a delinquent peer group may reduce the fear of retaliation by others, and that witnessing one's friends engage in delinquency without sanction may reduce the fear of official or police sanctions?

• A) social learning theory
• B) strain theory
• C) control theory
• D) labeling theory

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