A judge decides to make an example out of an offender in order to dissuade other members of society from committing a similar crime. What is the goal of this punishment?

A. general deterrence
B. specific deterrence
C. retribution
D. restoration


A. general deterrence

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A. Custody decisions. B. Property division. C. Alimony awards. D. Child support awards.

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a. True b. False

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a. management. c. analyzing. b. supervision. d. recording.

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