The theory of behavior in which people who associate with some groups learn an "excess of definitions" of deviance, increasing the likelihood that they will become deviant is ________

A) conflict theory
B) social control theory
C) strain theory
D) differential association theory


D

Sociology

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a. By 2060 people of color will make up almost 25% of the American population b. By 2060 people of color will make up almost 75% of the American population c. By 3000, 40% of the U.S. population will be Hispanic d. By 2045 people of color will make up over 50% of the American population

Sociology

The federal prison population has doubled in the past decade

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

According to the authors of your text, _____________ refers to a strong obligation to place family obligations over individual and community needs

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Sociology

According to the Adlers' research, peer groups supported boys' __________.

a. greater gentleness b. higher intelligence c. lower academic achievement d. lesser participation in sports

Sociology