The basic premise of strain theory is that crime occurs when:
a. there is a discrepancy between the materialistic values and goals cherished in our society and the availability of legitimate means for reaching these goals.
b. a society’s values are too materialistic.
c. there is not enough value placed on doing the "right thing".
d. the economically and socially disadvantaged give up on the American dream.
e. one’s level of stress far outweighs one’s coping mechanisms.
Answer is a. there is a discrepancy between the materialistic values and goals cherished in our society and the availability of legitimate means for reaching these goals.
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