You are an investigator trying to figure out the recent explosion of crime rates in your surrounding communities. Your agency's lead psychologist has told you to look into the role that positivism plays in crime rates and behavior. What, exactly, should you be focused on in doing so?

What will be an ideal response?


Students' answers will vary.

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________ is a statement, other than one made by the declarant while testifying at the trial or hearing, offered in evidence to prove the truth of the matter asserted

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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________ focuses on preventing a particular offender from engaging in repeat criminality?

a. General deterrence b. Recidivism c. Retribution d. Specific deterrence

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In 2006, the Vera Institute of Justice released a report on the findings of the Commission on Safety and Abuse in America's Prisons, which found that ______.

A. prison workers do not receive enough respect for their hard work B. more segregation practices are needed to restore order in prisons C. prisoners in modern America have high levels of help and hope D. corrections workers seldom attempt to improve conditions for prisoners

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Prison ______________ is the sound and firm management of prison residents and staff.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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