The Theory of ______ Argues That a Punishment for a Crime

question 79

Multiple Choice

The theory of ______ argues that a punishment for a crime should be proportional or equal to the crime itself.

• A)equal justice
• B)parens patraie
• C)just deserts
• D)lex talionis

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Definitions:

Excitation-transfer Model

A psychological theory suggesting that arousal caused by one stimulus can be transferred and add to the arousal elicited by a second stimulus, intensifying the overall emotional experience.

Vicarious Learning Theory

A theory suggesting that people can learn new behaviors or information by observing others, also known as observational learning or social learning theory.

Cathartic Hypothesis

The idea that expressing or venting emotions, particularly anger, can relieve stress or improve psychological health.

Social Learning Theory

A learning process through observation and imitation of others, emphasizing the role of social factors in the cognitive development.