Burgess and Akers argued that before one becomes criminal,a process of __________ must occur where he or she is rewarded for continuing deviant behavior.

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Burgess and Akers proposed the theory of Differential Association-Reinforcement, which states that criminal behavior is learned through a process of differential reinforcement, where an individual is rewarded for engaging in deviant behavior by others in their social environment. This reinforces the behavior and increases the likelihood of future criminal activity. Therefore, the best choice is A, differential reinforcement.

Burgess and Akers Argued That Before One Becomes Criminal,a Process