Multiple Choice
A crime theorist who views human nature as socially constructed would most likely agree with which statement?
A) "People must learn to respect the rights and property of others."
B) "Human nature is not necessarily 'bad,' just essentially selfish."
C) "The traits that lead to criminal behavior are an evolutionary advantage."
D) "People learn to commit criminal offenses from influences around them."
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