Question

Social process theories emphasize crime as learned behavior. Given this, which scenario best illustrates an individual whose behavior is explained by the social process perspective?

a) An individual experiencing strain due to economic inequality.
b) An individual with a biological predisposition to criminal behavior.
c) An individual who associates with delinquent peers.
d) An individual influenced by deviant cultural values.

Answer 1

An individual who associates with delinquent peers best illustrates behavior explained by the social process perspective.The correct option is C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The scenario that best illustrates an individual whose behavior is explained by the social process perspective is c) An individual who associates with delinquent peers.

Social process theories emphasize crime as learned behavior, and one of the main factors influencing this behavior is the association with deviant or delinquent peers.

When individuals surround themselves with peers who engage in criminal or delinquent activities, they are more likely to learn and mimic these behaviors themselves.The correct option is C.