In first grade, scott is unfairly singled out by his teacher for bad behavior, partly because his older brothers had behavioral problems themselves. throughout grade school, scott gains a reputation as a "problem" child. scott eventually drops out of school, thinking he was born to fail anyway. which school of thought best fits scott's experience?

a. strain theory

b. control theory

c. differential association

d. labeling theory

Respuesta :

The correct answer is D. labeling theory.

The labeling theory is decribed as ascribing of a deviant behavior to another person by members of society.

This explains Scott's behavior; his behavioral problems were caused by being "labelled" and being unfairly targeted for the behavior of his older brothers.