The theory that proposes that people pursue criminal behavior to the extent that they identify with real or imaginary persons from whose perspective criminal behavior seems acceptable is called:
a. social control theory.
b. differential identification theory.
c. rational-choice theory.
d. labeling theory.
Answer: b
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.
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