The Basic Premise of Strain Theory Is That Crime Occurs

question 14

Multiple Choice

The basic premise of strain theory is that crime occurs when:

• A) there is a discrepancy between the materialistic values and goals cherished in our society and the availability of legitimate means for reaching these goals.
• B) a society's values are too materialistic.
• C) there is not enough value placed on doing the "right thing."
• D) the economically and socially disadvantaged give up on the American dream.
• E) one's level of stress far outweighs one's coping mechanisms.

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