Our behavior is regulated by the degree to which we are attached to major social institutions. This defines which theoretical perspective?
A) strain theory
B) rational choice theory
C) differential association theory
D) control theory

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Control theory argues that our behavior is regulated by the strength of our social bonds or attachments to institutions such as family, school, and work. The greater our attachment, the less likely we are to engage in deviant behavior.

Our Behavior Is Regulated by the Degree to Which We