If various sociological theories explain criminal behavior, why do some people impacted by the same environment commit crime and others don't?

What will be an ideal response?


Concentric zone, subculture, anomie, labeling, bonding, and strain theory.

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When studying serial killers, criminologists do not find any evidence to indicate that they make rational decisions when choosing victims

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A ___________________ is a particular location or address that is the site of repeated and frequent delinquent and criminal activity

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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After the suspect was taken into custody and the victims were taken to receive medical care, Officer Goldman's partners most likely would need to obtain a(n) _________ to collect all the remaining evidence to prosecute the case

a. arrest warrant b. search warrant c. clearance waiver d. consent waiver

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Match the following criminological theories to their matching time periods

1. Sociobiology a. 1790s-1880s 2. Criminal Anthropology b. 1920s-present 3. Early Positivism c. 1870s-1940s 4. Twin Studies and Heredity d. 1975-present 5. Criminal Families e. 1860s-1930

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