Who argued that signs of disorder—such as a broken window—send a signal to potential criminals that neighborhood residents do not care about what happens in their surroundings, making crime more likely?

a. Shaw and McKay
b. Turner and Hooch
c. Fergutti and Anderson
d. Wilson and Kelling


Answer: d

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a. True b. False

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A. r/K theory B. Cheater theory C. Conditional adaptation theory D. Evolutionary expropriative theory

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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