According to differential association theory, a person becomes delinquent because of an excess of definitions favorable to violation of law over definitions unfavorable to violation of law.

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Differential association theory proposes that people learn delinquent or criminal behavior through their interactions with others, and that the more frequent and intense these interactions are, the more likely an individual is to engage in such behavior. Moreover, the theory posits that these interactions include exposure to definitions - expressed attitudes, values, beliefs, and rationalizations - that may favor or disfavor criminal behavior. When an individual is exposed to more definitions that justify or encourage such behavior than those that condemn or discourage it, they are more likely to become delinquent or criminal. Therefore, option A is correct.

According to Differential Association Theory, a Person Becomes Delinquent Because