In Which of the Following Areas Do Authors Recommend That

question 8

Multiple Choice

In which of the following areas do authors recommend that large-scale changes be made regarding the social problem of delinquency?

• A)only in cultural attitudes
• B)only in values
• C)only in social institutions
• D)in cultural attitudes,values,and social institutions

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Definitions:

Time Inconsistency

The human tendency to systematically misjudge at the present time what will actually end up being desired at a future time.

Behavioral Economists

Economists who study the psychological, cognitive, emotional, cultural, and social factors on the economic decisions of individuals and institutions.

Precommitments

Actions taken ahead of time that make it difficult for the future self to avoid doing what the present self desires. See time inconsistency and self-control problems.

Self-Control Problems

Self-control problems refer to situations where individuals struggle to resist short-term temptations in order to achieve long-term goals, often leading to impulsive behavior.