According to the _______ perspective on crime, a person decides to commit a particular crime after concluding that the benefits (the pleasure) outweigh the risks and the effort (the pain)
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Answer: Rational-choice
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a. True b. False
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Studies testing differential reinforcement theory have used four groups of variables or factors. Choose the one below that is not considered one of these variables.
a. associations b. modeling c. rewards and punishments d. definitions
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a. They are unstable. b. They are long term. c. They are explosive. d. There is a strict differentiation between the male and female role.