Social Control Theory Suggests That Deviance Occurs When

question 27

Multiple Choice

Social control theory suggests that deviance occurs when:

• A)a person is labeled as deviant.
• B)a person's attachment to social bonds is weakened.
• C)a person does not have access to legitimate means of reaching their goals.
• D)social regulations in a society break down.

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Definitions:

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