Which trait in Gottfredson and Hirschi's low self-control theory has been the one most seen before in previous criminological theories as an important causal variable?

a. Impulsivity
b. Adventure seeking
c. Self-centeredness
d. Lack of diligence


Answer: A

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Rob says that the beat officers in his neighborhood are forced to consult many high ranking police officers before they make any decision because of the hierarchical system of the police department. This system makes it time-consuming for these officers and other lower-ranked police officers to take decisions in the event of an emergency. According to this scenario, which of the following should be done to improve the efficiency of policing in Rob's neighborhood?

A. The police department should add more beat officers to police the neighborhood. B. The police department should split tasks among different officers based on their area of specialization. C. The police department should have a centralized structure. D. The police department should delayerize its structure.

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Mass murder involves killing four or more victims by one or a few assailants within a single event. These single, uncontrollable outbursts are also termed:

a. concurrent killings. b. outburst killings. c. spree killings. d. simultaneous killings.

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Dru e-mails Ester, promising her a percentage of the amount in a foreign bank account if she will assist in transferring the funds to a U.S. bank account. Ester forwards her account number, but the funds are never sent. Instead, Dru quickly withdraws the funds in Ester's account. This is

What will be an ideal response?

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Rape has never been utilized as an instrument of war in or immediately following any war

a. True b. False

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