Jimmy thinks about stealing money from a coworker so that he can buy new shoes. Jimmy ultimately decides against this because he knows it would be morally wrong. This is an example of which theory?
A) strain theory
B) social control theory
C) labeling theory
D) primary deviance theory

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Social control theory suggests that people refrain from deviant behavior because of their internalized moral values and the influence of societal norms. Jimmy's decision against stealing due to moral reasons aligns with this theory.

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