If crime is caused by a breakdown of informal social controls, which of the following would be the most effective way to reduce crime?

a. provide coping strategies
b. increase collective efficacy
c. increase economic opportunities
d. decommodification


b. increase collective efficacy

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Public __________ has led to tougher sentences, which in turn have caused prison and jail overcrowding and increased levels of prisoner violence

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which researcher became a strong proponent of the life history method?

a) McKay b) Thomas c) Shaw d) Park

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The book, Why They Kill: the discoveries of a Maverick Criminologist, was authored by Richard Rhodes about the research of _________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In all interviews, investigators should first establish ________, to put the person at ease

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

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