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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Definitions:

Direct Approach

A method of presenting the cash flow from operating activities by showing major classes of gross cash receipts and payments.

Variable Interest Entity (VIE)

A legal entity in which an investor holds a controlling interest that is not based on the majority of voting rights.

Intra-Entity Bonds

Bonds issued between different divisions or units within the same company, rather than to external investors.

Straight-Line Method

An accounting method of depreciation where an asset's cost is evenly distributed over its useful life.