Which of the following theorists is likely to assert that criminal behavior is learned primarily in interpersonal groups?

a. general strain theorist
b. labeling theorist
c. differential association theorist
d. social control theoris


c. differential association theorist

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The ________ replaces UCR Part I and Part II offenses with Categories A and B offenses

A) NIBRS B) NCIC 2000 C) AFIS D) NCIC E) all of the above

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After a search warrant is completed, the officer in charge of the search is required to make a return to the court. This return should include a ________.

A. damage estimate incurred during entry B. whether anyone was home C. determination of probable cause D. a list of the property taken

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Innovation is one of Merton's deviant modes of adaptation

a. True b. False

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In which country was it common for two lines to be tattooed across a forearm to signify a recidivist?

a. China b. Jamaica c. Japan d. India

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