The theory of deterrence rests on a number of assumptions including

a. severity of punishment is more important than its certainty
b. the notion that the CJS is the only institution able to promote deterrence
c. the use of UCR data to communicate risk of apprehension to potential offenders
d. people have to perceive consequences as unpleasant and act rationally


Ans: d. people have to perceive consequences as unpleasant and act rationally

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