Which of the Following Does the Text Identify as an Important

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does the text identify as an important built-in characteristic of the criminal justice system in the U.S.?

• A)standardization-treating all people the same way
• B)discretion-deciding each case on its own merits
• C)thoroughness-everyone who commits a crime should be charged
• D)deterrence-basing all actions on deterring more crime

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Definitions:

Schedule of Reinforcement

A tactic in behavioral psychology determining how and when the occurrence of a desired behavior will be rewarded or punished.

Self-efficacy

Self-efficacy is the belief in one's own ability to accomplish tasks and overcome challenges, influencing motivation and performance.

High Level

Pertains to something that is of a superior or advanced status, complexity, or importance.

Variable Ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which the number of responses required for a reward varies, making the reinforcement unpredictable and often leading to a high and steady rate of response.