According to the text, which is a characteristic of Hirschi & Gottfredson’s self-control theory?

a. It uses a traditional, legal definition of crime.
b. It uses a broader, more inclusive definition of crime.
c. It uses a more narrow, restrictive definition of crime.
d. It ignores the concept of a definition of crime.


Answer: b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. mail theft b. bag operations c. ATM manipulation d. dumpster diving

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