Which of the following explanations for NOT cheating on this exam is supported by control theory?
A) None of your friends cheat, so you never really learned how to cheat.
B) You always receive an A on exams, so you have no reason to cheat.
C) You have been genetically programmed not to cheat.
D) You know that cheating is morally wrong.
E) You sit in the front of the class and are afraid of getting caught.

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Control theory suggests that people are motivated to conform to social norms and expectations in order to maintain their self-image and avoid feeling guilty or ashamed. Sitting in the front of the class and being afraid of getting caught aligns with social norms against cheating and can serve as a deterrent to cheating behavior.

Which of the Following Explanations for NOT Cheating on This