Why Do Deterrence Strategies Against White-Collar Criminals Work

question 48

Multiple Choice

Why do deterrence strategies against white-collar criminals work?

• A)because white collar criminals are difficult to shame
• B)because white collar crime is a rational act
• C)because federal agencies are eager to throw criminal executives in prison
• D)because white collar criminals conceive of themselves as more threatening than street criminals

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Definitions:

Fixed Interval

A reinforcement schedule that rewards a response only after a specified time has elapsed, leading to a pattern of response following the reinforcement.

Variable Ratio

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule that rewards a response after an unpredictable number of responses, making it very effective for maintaining strong and steady response rates.

Negative Punishment

A behavioral psychology term where the removal of a desirable stimulus occurs after a behavior, leading to a decrease in that behavior.

Aggressive Behavior

Refers to actions or attitudes that can lead to hostility or attacks on others, often stemming from anger or frustration.