Modern criminology really began to take shape with the increasing faith among intellectuals that science could provide answers for everything. This identifies with which school of thought?

A. ideological
B. positivist
C. progressive
D. Renaissance


B. positivist

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In which of the following circumstances does the protection against double jeopardy NOT apply?

a. When the second prosecution is based on conduct committed after the first prosecution b. When the defendant is responsible for the second prosecution c. If the defendant successfully appeals his or her criminal conviction d. All of the above

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What are the three philosophies behind delinquency prevention programs?

What will be an ideal response?

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When a vehicle turns a sharp corner, even at moderate speeds, a track is created by the additional stress put on the:

a. front outer tire. b. front inner tire. c. back outer tire. d. back inner tire.

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Which of the following is not a typical characteristic of a person who is a "batterer" in family violence situations?

a. Person acts the same at work as he does at home. b. Person does not believe his behavior should have negative consequences. c. Person presents a different face at home than when at work. d. Person believes that his family affair is a civil matter and not a police concern.

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