Conflict-Critical Theorists Argue That When It Comes to Deviant and Criminal

question 19

Multiple Choice

Conflict-critical theorists argue that when it comes to deviant and criminal behavior, members of the elite:

• A) have the ability to commit deviant acts and escape penalties
• B) often receive harsher punishment than everyone else
• C) have to pay steeper fines in the court system
• D) people pay much more attention to these crimes and hold the elite to higher standards

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Definitions:

Unfamiliar Stories

Narratives or tales that are not previously known to the listener or reader, often used in psychological research to assess comprehension and memory.

Coherent

Logically connected or consistent in argument or presentation.

Wrongful Conviction

The conviction of a person for a crime they did not commit, often due to errors in the legal process.

False Identification

The incorrect recognition or naming of a person or object, often relevant in legal contexts.