In first grade, Scott is unfairly singled out by his teacher for bad behavior, partly because his older brothers had behavioral problems themselves.Throughout grade school, Scott gains a reputation as a "problem" child.Scott eventually drops out of school, thinking he was born to fail anyway.Which school of thought best fits Scott's experience?
A)Strain theory
B)Control theory
C)Differential association
D)Labeling theory

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Labeling theory best fits Scott's experience because it focuses on how the labels people are given affect their own and others' perceptions of them, leading to fulfillment of those labels through their actions.

In First Grade, Scott Is Unfairly Singled Out by His