Differential association theory argues that:
A) people learn to be deviant when their associates favor deviance over conformity.
B) people choose deviance over conformity when normal avenues for success are blocked.
C) deviance results from social inequality.
D) differences in crime rates are associated with age, sex and, race.

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Differential association theory states that people learn deviant behavior through their interactions with others. If an individual associates with people who favor deviance over conformity, that person is more likely to learn and engage in deviant behavior themselves. Therefore, the best choice is A because it aligns with the main premise of differential association theory.

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