The premise of these theories is that all individuals do not have the same opportunities to economic success. As such, some individuals may resort to committing crime to achieve the “American Dream.”
a. Strain theories
b. Social structure theories
c. Deterrence-based theories
d. Social Learning Theories
a. Strain theories
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a. True b. False
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A. securities fraud B. money laundering C. Ponzi schemes D. embezzlement
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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