Reinforcement theory holds that __________.

A. positive reinforcement decreases a given behavior
B. negative reinforcement increases a given behavior
C. positive reinforcement increases a given behavior
D. positive reinforcement should not be used in law enforcement


Answer: C

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Advocates of the _________model of probation argue that conditions for community control must be realistic, individualized, and enforceable.

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

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Released inmates can have great difficulty finding jobs after release, and some are not allowed to vote. These are referred to as _________ punishments.

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

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______ deviance involves norm violations or crimes that have very little influence on the actor and can be quickly forgotten

a. Primary b. Covert c. Overt d. Secondary

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The fundamental questions of fairness, justice, rightness, and wrongness are the subject matter of _______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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