Nathan's father left his mother when he was six months old and nathan has not seen him since. his mother works two jobs and is rarely home. nathan has decided to join a gang. nathan's deviant behavior can be best explained by which theory of deviance?
1. control-bond theory2. differential association theory3. strain theory4. rational-choice theory5. labeling theory

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Explanation: The correct answer is number 1, control-bond theory.

This is a sociology theory which states that inner and outter control systems are needed for a person in order not to be devianced. Inner control comes from ourselves and relies on our belif and moral system which is directly related to the outter control system (family, friends, etc) because is this one that first give us the understanding of good and bad.

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