White-collar deviance among corporations or their personnel exists because of strong criminal motivation and

A) a tendency toward violence.
B) severe social strain caused by America's social structure.
C) weak social controls.
D) poor socialization experiences and negative self-images.

White-collar deviance often occurs because of weak social controls within corporations, allowing individuals to engage in criminal behavior without fear of punishment or consequences. While social strain and poor socialization experiences may play a role in some cases, the main driver of white-collar crime is often a desire for personal gain or profit, rather than a tendency toward violence.