Conflict theorists_____________?

Correct answer: D. argue that criminal acts are acts which the ruling class brands as criminal

  • A. emphasize that the values of society serve all members of society
  • B. see the capitalist ruling class as protecting the masses
  • C. None of the above reflects the thinking of conflict theorists
  • D. argue that criminal acts are acts which the ruling class brands as criminal

Explanation

Conflict theorists argue that powerful groups influence which behaviours are defined and punished as crimes, so criminal law often reflects ruling-class interests. They reject the idea that social values serve all groups equally.

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