The philosophy of general deterrence focuses on the fact that individual offenders should learn firsthand that crime does not pay when they experience harsh criminal penalties caused by their illicit actions.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: False

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Which question was first addressed by the Police Foundation?

a. What level of force is required to prevent community rioting? b. How can police work with their communities to reduce property crimes? c. Do police officers driving around the neighborhood deter crime? d. Does a police officer’s response to a crime affect clearance rates?

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Shock probation is generally believed to be a low-cost and effective intermediate sanction for less serious felons

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Data compiled from a World Health Organization (WHO) study featuring 27 countries (19 Western, 1 Asian, and 7 European) indicates that homicide is a rare crime event with about ___ victims per 100,000 on average among the reporting countries.

a. 1 b. 3 c. 5 d. 10

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Inventory shrinkage in the retail trade industry is also known as what?

A. Shoplifting B. Boosting C. Snitching D. Robbing

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