An unemployed young adult wants a stereo, but he doesn't have the money or the means of earning the money needed to buy it. his desire for the stereo overwhelms him, and he steals one from a local store. this incident illustrates which theory of deviance?

"Strain Theory of Deviance"

Explanation:

According to my research on sociology and criminology this incident is best classified under the "Strain Theory of Deviance". This theory states that social structures are pushing citizens within the community towards committing  crimes because it makes it impossible for them to achieve the same goals as others. It was developed in 1938 by American Sociologist, Robert K. Merton.

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