The biological explanations of deviance include:
A) Lombroso's criminal types
B) Sheldon's mesomorphs
C) the extra Y chromosome
D) all of the above

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A) Lombroso's criminal types suggest that criminals have physical characteristics that distinguish them from non-criminals.
B) Sheldon's mesomorphs suggest that individuals with muscular, athletic builds are more likely to engage in delinquent behavior.
C) The extra Y chromosome is sometimes associated with increased aggression and violent behavior.

The Biological Explanations of Deviance Include