List some core assumptions made by social disorganization and ecological theorists.

What will be an ideal response?


The social disorganization/ecological theories are based upon two main assumptions. The first assumption is that human nature is a tabula rasa (blank slate) and that behavior is shaped by one’s social and spatial environment. The second assumption is that social factors and the environment play a greater role in determining human behavior.

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a. 12 b. 23 c. 6 d. 8

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The case of Michigan Department of State Police v. Sitz involved ____________ .

fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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According to Robert Katz, there are three essential skills that leaders should possess

technical, human, and conceptual. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Explain why the correct caseload for community supervisors is difficult to determine.

What will be an ideal response?

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