Multiple Choice
According to the general theory of crime, why is it likely that young Billy will engage in deviant acts?
A) He has an underlying major mental illness which remains undiagnosed and untreated.
B) The government structure is overly controlling and holds up goals that are unattainable given his social class.
C) His neighbourhood is filled with criminal opportunities and influences.
D) His parents did not provide adequate supervision and he failed to develop adequate self-control.
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