According to Labeling Theorists

question 20

Multiple Choice

According to labeling theorists:

• A) human beings are unconstrained rational actors that freely make choices.
• B) the naturalist approach is most appropriate to studying criminal behavior.
• C) laws and norms are the result of a societal consensus about what is right and wrong.
• D) society plays a minor role in perpetuating criminal behavior.
• E) free will is irrelevant because behavior is determined completely by labels.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In a scientific experiment, the variable that the researcher modifies or controls to investigate its influence on the dependent variable.

Correlations

A measure indicating the level at which multiple variables exhibit joint variability.

Systematic Problem-Solving

An approach to addressing issues that involves defining the problem, analyzing the problem, generating potential solutions, evaluating and selecting the best solution, and implementing the solution.

Robert Sternberg

An American psychologist known for his theory on intelligence and creativity, including the triangular theory of love.