If an individual justifies his or her delinquent actions by saying he or she acted because of circumstances beyond control, what technique of neutralization has the individual used?

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The technique of neutralization used is "Denial of responsibility," where the individual claims that their actions were due to factors beyond their control, thus not holding themselves accountable.

If an Individual Justifies His or Her Delinquent Actions by Saying