Traditional theories of deviance and crime adopt an absolutist definition of deviance as something real that is inherent in behavior. In contrast, labeling theory adopts a relativist definition

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: True

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If a defendant refuses to testify at trial, the prosecution can tell the jury this is an indication that the person is guilty

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The majority in U.S. v. Ash (1973 ) believed that photo lineups are ________________ suggestive that live lineups

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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This type of cell makes all the final decisions about the execution of an attack

a. sleeper cells b. command and control cells c. tactical operations cells d. intel cells

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According to Lombroso, criminoloids differ from born criminals only in degree

a. True b. False

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