Joe 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. This is an example of which theory as it relates to deviance?

a. Strain theory
b. Social control theory
c. Labeling theory
d. Primary deviance theory


b. Social control theory

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Collins theorized that women work along with their children as a result of

A class stratification of the labor system. B racially stratified labor system. C patriarchal labor system. D all but C

Sociology

According to functionalists,_____needs are particularly important for self-countenance and support from family, friends, and peers

a. expressive b. instrumental c. social d. individual

Sociology

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology