In formulating his theory of differential association, Sutherland concluded that city areas once thought to be characterized by social disorganization were actually characterized by:
A) anomie
B) differential group organization
C) low degrees of socialization
D) a culture of poverty
E) a and c above

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According to Sutherland's theory of differential association, individuals who associate with deviant groups are more likely to engage in criminal behavior. Therefore, the city areas previously thought to be characterized by social disorganization were actually characterized by differential group organization, where deviant groups were more prevalent.

In Formulating His Theory of Differential Association, Sutherland Concluded That