_____ holds that although everybody has the potential to commit crimes, most people are dissuaded from doing so because they care about the opinions of their family and peers.

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Control theory posits that people refrain from deviant behavior because they fear the consequences of such actions, particularly the disapproval of their family and peers. It emphasizes the role of social relationships and bonds in preventing crime.

_____ Holds That Although Everybody Has the Potential to Commit