Moffitt's Developmental Theory Argues That Adolescence-Limited Offending Is Due To

question 28

Multiple Choice

Moffitt's developmental theory argues that adolescence-limited offending is due to:

• A) a "maturity gap" between biological and social maturity.
• B) "social mimicry" of life-course-persistent offenders.
• C) positive reinforcement of delinquency by peers.
• D) All of the above.

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