Which of the following is a valid critique of neutralization theory?

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Neutralization theory, developed by Gresham Sykes and David Matza, suggests that delinquents use techniques of neutralization to drift in and out of delinquent behaviors by justifying their actions in various ways. However, one valid critique is that it does not address the origins of the antisocial behavior that individuals are trying to neutralize or justify, focusing instead on the rationalizations themselves.

Which of the Following Is a Valid Critique of Neutralization