Question

Ally's father was sent to prison when she was 12 for the trafficking of narcotics; her brother was arrested when she was 13 for possession of methamphetamines. By the age of 18, Ally has been arrested three times for possession of marijuana. Which theory best describes Ally's experience?

a. Opaque theory
b. Strain theory
c. Differential association theory
d. Labeling theory

Answer 1

c. Differential association theory

Step-by-step explanation:

Differential association theory

This theory was developed by Edwin Sutherland , according to this theory , via interaction with other individuals , the person him selves learn the attitude , values , motives , techniques for the criminal behavior .

This theory also predicts , the individual will select the criminal path in case , the balance of the definitions for the law breaking exceeds of that of law - abiding .