Which of the Following Best Summarizes Differential Reinforcement

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes differential reinforcement?

• A) Some individuals' antisocial behavior is serious and persists adolescence-limited through the life course
• B) Inner containments (e.g., a positive self-concept and tolerance for frustration) and outer containments (e.g., family influences) help prevent juvenile offending
• C) Criminal behavior and attitudes are more likely to be learned if they are rewarded by friends and/or family
• D) People pursue criminal behavior to the extent they identify with members of reference groups who engage in criminal behavior

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