Cohen and Felson’s routine activity theory suggests that the likelihood of a criminal act occurs with all of the following except for

A. someone who is interested in pursuing a criminal action
B. potential victim “available” to be victimized
C. absence of someone or something that would deter the offender form making contact with the victim
D. gender plays a role in how factors influence victimization risk.


D. gender plays a role in how factors influence victimization risk.

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a. physical trace analysis b. disguised observation c. secondary analysis d. simulation

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Jeff Ferrel conducted important ethnographic research on the topic of armed robbery

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Criminals sometimes neutralize wrongdoings by "appealing to higher loyalties." Which of the following would be an example of that technique?

A. Vandalizing the home of a disliked neighbor B. Attacking someone who is arguing with a friend C. Stealing from a large department store that "has plenty of money" D. Blaming the police for being unfair

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_____________ is a consummated assault, or a simple assault carried out.

What will be an ideal response?

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