The ________ concept holds that the choice to commit delinquent acts can be controlled by the threat of punishment.

a. restorative justice
b. retribution
c. general deterrence
d. specific deterrence


c. general deterrence

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The most commonly used flammable liquid igniter is kerosene

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Wanda and her friends decide it will be fun to burn down an abandoned building. One Friday evening, they arrive at the building, pour gasoline in and around the property, and set the building on fire. The fire spreads to a nearby home, killing two children inside. Wanda and her friends are arrested. With what crime will Wanda and her friends be charged? Will the prosecutor be successful in arguing that this is an aggravated offense? Why or why not?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which category of officer is fewer in number in 2007 than in 1993?

A. White B. Female C. Hispanic D. African American E. None of the above.

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________, along with his colleagues, identified three elements of abuse of authority

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

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