According to Hirschi, what is the key issue that needs to be explained from a control perspective?

A. why some individuals are more motivated to offend than others
B. why people, who are all motivated to seek immediate gratification in the easiest way possible, refrain from doing so
C. what psychological traits make certain individuals more likely to commit crime
D. what belief systems motivate individuals to commit crime


B. why people, who are all motivated to seek immediate gratification in the easiest way possible, refrain from doing so

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A governor who solicits bribes in exchange for political appointments is guilt of ______________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A) criminal trespass. B) unauthorized use of a building. C) burglary. D) no offense.

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