Which of the following refers to the attempt to apply specific theoretical explanations to all types of crime?

a. dualistic fallacy
b. ecological fallacy
c. global fallacy
d. radicalist fallacy


b. ecological fallacy

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If the competency of the defendant is in question:

A) the proceeding is stopped until the issue of competency is determined. B) a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity is entered. C) the defendant must be placed in a mental hospital. D) the trial proceeds with the defense having the assistance of a psychiatrist.

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Compare and contrast contemporary trait and contemporary psychological explanations of female delinquency

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All of the following are important implications of Pager's research EXCEPT

a. millions of people with criminal records will likely face labor market inequalities. b. blacks with or without criminal records face employment discrimination; higher prison rates of blacks means racial discrimination in employment will increase. c. more job training and G.E.D. programs in prison are the only hope for employment after release for millions of offenders. d. crime control policies may exacerbate the very conditions that lead to crime in the first place by ensuring that ex-offenders will not be able to find employment.

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