Which of the following factors would sociologists consider to be LEAST related to crime?
A)widespread poverty
B)the conditions of the inner cities
C)the structure of society
D)the deteriorating life circumstances of many young men
E)the rising prison population

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Sociologists would consider the rising prison population to be the least related to crime as it is an outcome of crime rather than a causal factor. The other options are all factors that sociologists would consider to be related to crime, such as the impact of poverty on individuals and communities, the social structure that shapes opportunities and constraints, and the experiences of young men who may turn to crime in response to their life circumstances.

Which of the Following Factors Would Sociologists Consider to Be