Which labeling theorist argued that contact between police and juvenile delinquents may over-dramatize relatively common acts of deviance?

a. Lemert
b. Chambliss
c. Tannebaum
d. Scheff


c. Tannebaum

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The major examination of the effectiveness of crime prevention programs determined that substantial reductions in rates of serious crime can only be achieved by concentrating specific prevention programs in areas of substantial poverty

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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__________ jurisdiction refers to the organization of courts in distinctgeographic regions

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Leadership studies suggest that _____________.

A. good leaders can handle any situation B. great leaders are born, not made C. Winston Churchill is the ideal leader D. a leaders' skills must fit the situation

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The concept that factors outside the conscious control of individuals, chiefly the social organization of society and/or the environment, influence, or determine behavior is called _____.

a. anomie b. determinism c. choice d. consensus

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