In response to the accusation that child beauty pageants attract pedophiles,the pageant contestants' mothers typically say that only someone who is "sick" themselves would even suggest that people would find these little girls "sexy".Which technique of neutralization are these mothers using?
A)denial of injury
B)denial of responsibility
C)condemnation of the condemners
D)denial of the victim
E)appealing to higher loyalties

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The mothers are using condemnation of the condemners technique by labeling those who suggest that child beauty pageants attract pedophiles as "sick" and implying that they are the ones who need help.

In Response to the Accusation That Child Beauty Pageants Attract