Which theory developed by Cloward and Ohlin (1960)explains that street crime rises and falls in relation to the availability of legitimate economic opportunities?
A) differential opportunity theory
B) strain theory
C) deterrence theory
D) broken windows theory

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Cloward and Ohlin's differential opportunity theory suggests that individuals living in areas with limited access to legitimate economic opportunities turn to illegitimate means such as street crime to achieve their goals. Therefore, the availability of legitimate economic opportunities is directly related to the rise and fall of street crime.

Which Theory Developed by Cloward and Ohlin (1960)explains That Street