According to the differential association-reinforcement theory of Ronald Akers, criminal behavior develops primarily as the result of ________.
a. frustration
b. heightened expectancies that are innate in the individual
c. social reinforcements given by significant others
d. classical conditioning
e. modeling prosocial actions
Answer: c. social reinforcements given by significant others
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A. Central Intelligence Agency B. Department of Justice C. Federal Bureau of Investigation D. All of the Above
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a. True b. False
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false