Which of the following is an example of a sociological theory of deviant behavior?
A) Freud's theory that anatomy is destiny
B) Mead's theory of inherited criminality
C) Cooley's theory of original sin
D) None of the above

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None of the given options represent a sociological theory of deviant behavior. Freud's theory of anatomy is focused on psychology, Mead's theory of inherited criminality is biological, and Cooley's theory of original sin is religious/philosophical. Sociological theories of deviant behavior focus on social context, societal norms, and cultural values that shape individual behavior.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Sociological