Identify the view that argues that offenders are risk-taking, oriented to the present, and lacking in patience.

A. differential association theory
B. self-control theory
C. social learning theory
D. social bonding theory


B. self-control theory

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

There is one universally accepted practical and legal definition of “terrorism.”

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The __________ of safety is the ratio of lethal dose for 1 percent of the population to the effective dose for 99 percent of the population

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

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According to Moffitt's report on the Dunedin longitudinal data, females have a similar delinquency pattern to males when:

a. Alcohol and drugs are involved. b. They are victims of sexual abuse. c. They are victims of physical abuse. d. There is no similarity in male/female patterns.

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Bob goes into a bank with a loaded gun to rob it. All Ray does is wait outside to drive the getaway car. Bob and Ray share the criminal liability for the actual robbery

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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