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Which of the Following Views of Punishment Is Characterized by the Idea

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Which of the following views of punishment is characterized by the idea that if criminals understand that they will lose their freedom if imprisoned, their involvement in criminal acts will cease?


Definitions:

Norms

Informal understandings that govern the behaviors of members of a society, guiding what actions are considered acceptable or not.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental unease felt when possessing two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Planned Behavior

A theory that predicts an individual's intention to engage in a behavior at a specific time and place.

Scientific Process

A systematic methodology involving observation, experimentation, and analysis to acquire knowledge and understand phenomena.

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