Specific deterrence is best described as discouraging __________

a. an individual from committing similar acts in the future p. 169
b. others from committing similar acts
c. individuals who are still in school from committing delinquent acts
d. all of the above apply


A

Sociology

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Men in U.S. society have greater control over a society's resources and over social institutions such as the family. This is called living in a ______________ society

a) patriarchal b) matriarchal c) heteronormative d) unequal

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Deviance and conformity are complex topics because

a. the list of deviant behaviors far outweighs conforming behaviors. b. the list of conforming behaviors far outweighs deviant behaviors. c. almost every behavior has qualified as deviant or conforming at one time. d. conformity is the norm.

Sociology

Studies find that the poor generally hold the same values toward work as the rest of the population

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology