Which of the following is NOT a criticism of differential association theory?
A) It is nearly impossible to test the differential association theory empirically.
B) The theory fails to deal with several critical questions relating to the process of learning crime from others.
C) The theory holds that the attitudes of delinquents and nondelinquents are same.
D) The theory has no room for human purpose and meaning.
Answer: C
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