Which of the following theories believes that the adoption of negative and antisocial values learned in neighborhoods and subcultures produces criminal behavior?

A. Peacemaking criminology theory
B. Cultural deviance theory
C. Social disorganization theory
D. Social conflict theory


Answer: B

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