Control theory, as developed by Travis Hirschi, argues that young people are much more likely to conform to society's rules under certain sets of conditions. Which of the following is not among those conditions?
A) Their attachment level to friends and family is high.
B) Their involvement level in conventional activities such as athletics is high.
C) Their belief in conventional values and ideas about morality is strong.
D) They have never done anything deviant that would result in them being labeled deviant.

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Travis Hirschi's control theory posits that conformity to societal norms is influenced by factors such as attachment to others, involvement in conventional activities, and belief in societal values. The theory does not specify that never having done anything deviant is a condition for conformity, making option D the correct answer as it is not among the conditions Hirschi described.

Control Theory, as Developed by Travis Hirschi, Argues That Young