Regarding police officer recruitment, the belief that there is an ideal ratio of officers to the population of a given geographic area is called ______.
a. the density approach
b. the per capita approach
c. the jurisdictional approach
d. net-widening
b. the per capita approach
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Which age-groups is most likely to be homicide victims and offenders?
A. children B. teens and young adults C. adults D. elderly
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Federal law mandates that officers working rotating shifts work no more than 8 hr per shift. 2. Day shift is generally viewed as the most desirable shift among police officers. 3. Working day shift often leads to the disruption of police officer’s circadian rhythm. 4. Research suggests there are no significant long-term health risks associated with shift work. 5. Police officers suffer from alcohol abuse, hypertension, and depression at much higher rates than members of the general public.
Shaw and McKay’s findings rejected ______ because it is obvious that the culture is not what influences crime and delinquency but rather the criminogenic nature of the environment.
a. the Chicago School of criminology b. social Darwinism c. concentric circles d. natural areas
Eric's sentence best exemplifies which goal of punishment?
a. Retribution b. Deterrence c. Incapacitation d. Rehabilitation