Which Theory Attributes Delinquency to an Excess of Definitions Favorable

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which theory attributes delinquency to an excess of definitions favorable to violations of the law over definitions unfavorable to violations of the law?

• A) Differential association theory
• B) Neutralization theory
• C) Self-control theory
• D) Social bond theory

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Definitions:

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral signal that, through association with an unconditioned stimulus, comes to elicit a conditioned response as part of classical conditioning.

Cue Deflation Effect

When the extinction of a response to one cue leads to an increased reaction to the other conditioned stimulus

Salient Conditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that stands out and is easily noticeable making it more likely to be associated with an unconditioned stimulus in the process of learning.

Extinction

In psychology, the gradual decrease and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with an unconditioned stimulus.