Which of the following explanations of criminal behavior would not be acceptable to a positivist studying crime?

a. Criminal behavior is due to socialization
b. Criminal behavior is due to individual choice
c. Criminal behavior is due to economic conditions
d. Criminal behavior is due to peer group influences


Answer: b

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a. Financial fraud. b. Software piracy. c. Corporate hardware information. d. Personal information fraud.

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__________ has led the nation in downsizing its prison population through its public safety realignment efforts.

A. California B. Texas C. New York D. Illinois

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Explain what has been done over the last quarter of a century to reform the jury system.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is not an element of attempt?

a. An assault b. An overt act c. Tending toward the commission of a crime d. Failing to complete the target crime

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