Sociologist Miller studies criminal behavior in gangs, focusing on how each gang member defines his or her behavior, as well as how they interact with one another. Miller is using ______ theories as the basis for this study.
A. constructionist
B. strain
C. explanatory
D. collective
Answer: A
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a. true b. false
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a. inheritance b. economic equality c. a classless society d. the individual
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What will be an ideal response?