Which of the following studies reflects the structural strain theory?

A. explores the risk of children of parents who offend becoming deviant themselves
B. explores the deviant behavior of twins
C. explores the impediments some members of a society have to achieving societal goals
D. explores brain activity in individuals who have committed crimes


Answer: C

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