Which of the following theories focuses on "nonutilitarian, malicious, and negativistic" behavior?

a. Walter Miller's lower-class culture theory
b. Albert Cohen's reaction-formation theory
c. Kathleen Daly and Meda Chesney-Lind's feminist theory
d. Richard Cloward and Lloyd Ohlin's differential opportunity theory


Answer: b

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