Which of the following explanations of criminal behavior would not be acceptable to a positivist studying crime?
a. Criminal behavior is due to socialization
b. Criminal behavior is due to individual choice
c. Criminal behavior is due to economic conditions
d. Criminal behavior is due to peer group influences
Answer: b
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