Social control theories assume that deviant behavior is attractive, which basically explains why people commit deviant behavior. Thus, social control theories is more concerned with "Why would people not do something that was fun, rewarding, exciting, or an efficient means to a desired end?" Considering this, which is least applicable statement about the reason why some people do not get involved in deviant behavior from the perspectives of social control theories (social bonds theory and self-control theory)?
a. We might not want to disappoint our parents.
b. We might not want to jeopardize our future.
c. We might have some genetic or physical features that prevent us from doing deviant behaviors.
d. We might have developed an ability to control our impulses and desires.
c. We might have some genetic or physical features that prevent us from doing deviant behaviors.
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a. violent b. property c. vice d. debtors
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. prenatal and adolescence b. prenatal and perinatal c. perinatal and nanogenarian d. adolescence and nanogenarian
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