Reginald had to call in sick to work for many weeks due to a severe case of the flu.He has been chronically unemployed, so he becomes worried about losing his job and fears he will not be able to support himself.To begin saving money in case he does lose his job, Reginald begins to sell illegal copies of software he owns to other users online.Which theory of crime does this exemplify?

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Strain theory explains crime as a result of the disconnect between societal goals and the means available to achieve those goals. Reginald's actions are driven by the strain or pressure he feels due to his inability to support himself through legitimate means, leading him to commit crime to alleviate his financial strain.

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