The idea that punishment will deter criminals from further crimes is termed:

a. rehabilitation.
b. diversion.
c. general deterrence.
d. specific deterrence.


d. specific deterrence.

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Do you have a study hypothesis when you conduct a descriptive study? Do you have one when you conduct an explanatory study? Explain.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is emphasized in basic skills instruction?

a. Probability b. Understanding of the number system c. Advanced mathematics d. Preschool number learning e. Calculation abilities

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The General Social Survey found that:

a. respondents set a relative poverty line that was much higher than the official level. b. respondents thought single mothers needed more money. c. respondents thought two parent families needed the same amount per capital as single mothers. d. none of the above.

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The encounter group movement was the result of:

A. moral guidance given toward impoverished people. B. people looking for career guidance. C. psychologists working with WWII war veterans. D. the study of group dynamics.

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