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Martin is a sociologist whose writings reflect his belief that capitalism as an economic system is the predominant cause of crime. From the given scenario, it can be seen that Martin is a(n) ________ theorist.
 
  a. functional
  b. conflict
  c. biological
  d. anomie

Question 2

Which of the following best defines the differential association theory?
 
  a. Inconsistencies and contradictions in the social system contribute to many forms of crime.
  b. It is the deviant behavior that a person adopts in response to the reaction of others to his or her primary deviance.
  c. Whether other people define or label a person as deviant is a critical determinant in the development of a pattern of deviant behavior.
  d. Crime and delinquency are learned in interaction with other people, for the most part within intimate primary groups such as families and peer groups.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d





 

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