Describe how social theories attempt to explain crime.

What will be an ideal response?


With the idea that crime is a result of social structures, pressures and influences.

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The premise underlying repeat victimization is that if the police want to know where a crime will occur next, they should determine where it happened last

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The only youths that should be housed involuntarily are

A. Those who will disappear prior to hearing B. Those with high probability of committing dangerous offense C. Those who must be held for another jurisdiction D. All of the above

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In voir dire, potential jurors are screened for

A. biases. B. exemptions. C. criminal records. D. ability to commit to jury duty.

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A(n) _________ is a chemical substance that transmits nerve impulses from one neuron to another and can play a role in behavior

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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