Jimmy wants to go out this weekend, but he has no money. He thinks about stealing some money from a coworker, but he doesn't, because he knows it would be morally wrong. Jimmy's behavior is an example of which theory?
A. strain theory
B. social control theory
C. labeling theory
D. primary deviance theory
Answer: B
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