Which theory sees crime or deviance as growing out of social pressures that cause people to deviate?
A)labeling
B)strain
C)cultural-transmission
D)control
E)differential association

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The strain theory argues that social pressures, such as economic inequality and societal expectations for success, create a strain or tension that may lead individuals to engage in deviant behavior as a means of coping with their lack of opportunities or frustration. This theory emphasizes the role of social factors in causing deviance.

Which Theory Sees Crime or Deviance as Growing Out of Social