The theory of the atavistic man:

a. relied on research that involved correlating physical characteristics to criminal behavior.
b. claimed that criminality was the result of free will interacting with psychological factors.
c. suggested that incarceration be used to deal with crime.
d. is an early example of psychoanalytic theory in criminology.
e. all of the above.


a. relied on research that involved correlating physical characteristics to criminal behavior.

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Which of the following Amendments include(s) constitutional rights for the defendant during the sentencing phase?

a. Fifth b. Sixth c. Eight d. All of the above

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Why was John Brown found guilty of treason?

A. He attempted to organize armed resistance to slavery in Virginia. B. He sought to demoralize U.S. troops during World War II by broadcasting for Axis powers. C. He conspired to seize Mexico and set up a puppet government with himself as king. D. He sold CIA secrets to the KGB.

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Explain and provide one example of determinate sentencing and indeterminate sentencing.

What will be an ideal response?

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The work of Robert Martinson and colleagues failed to find supportive data for which of the following goals of punishment?

a. rehabilitation b. restorative justice c. deterrence d. incapacitation

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