Theories that set the goal of punishment as the prevention of future crime are derived from ______ philosophy.

a. utilitarian
b. Draconian
c. retributivist
d. just deserts


Ans: A

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a. negative affective states b. relative deprivation c. psychopathological anomalies d. cognitive dissonance

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What will be an ideal response?

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