Which Is NOT True About Profiling

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT true about profiling?

• A) Profile information needs to be combined with other more compelling clues.
• B) Profiling is based on traits shared by those who commit particular kinds of crimes.
• C) Profiling can be inaccurate.
• D) Profiling is realistically portrayed on most television shows.

Identify and describe different personality types according to the typological model of personality development.

Interpret Sternberg's triangular theory of love and differentiate between its components.

Understand the role of friendships and intimate relationships in adult development.

Acknowledge the potential for personality change and stability across the lifespan.

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Definitions:

Prototype

An original model or preliminary version from which other forms are developed or copied.

Normative

Relating to principles or rules of what is considered right and wrong, often used in economics to express subjective or value-based judgments.

Other Things Equal

A principle in economic models known as ceteris paribus, which means holding all other variables constant to isolate the effect of one variable.

Variables

Elements, factors, or quantities that can change or have different values in a given situation or analysis.