What Is the Most Important Factor in Determining an Offender's

question 5

Multiple Choice

What is the most important factor in determining an offender's sentence?

• A)seriousness of the offense
• B)the offender's level of cooperation
• C)the offender's prior record
• D)recommendations made by the victim

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Definitions:

Communications Systems Theory

A theoretical framework that examines how information is transmitted and understood within systems, including in the context of family and organizational dynamics.

Initial Objective

The starting goal or the immediate aim that sets the direction for activities or efforts to follow.

Structural Family Therapist

A type of therapist who focuses on understanding and improving the structures and patterns within a family to solve problems.

Negative Alliance

A situation in therapy where there is a lack of agreement or cooperation between the therapist and client, hindering progress.