Kim is a 17-year-old single mom who takes high school classes online to complete her degree. When completed, her GPA will be 3.5. Kim must also take care of her infant son, Kanye, while living with her parents, who also assist her with him. She works 20 hours a week to pay for some of the expenses and never has time to herself. Prior to her unplanned pregnancy, Kim expected to go to college full time. Now, everything is on hold and she feels she is in a hopeless situation, has become frustrated, and started selling pot for greater financial means in order to attend college full time.
What theory may best explain Kim’s engagement in her current source of income?
a. General strain theory
b. Social bond theory
c. Critical theory
d. Social disorganization
Ans: a. General strain theory
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