The Concept of General Deterrence Holds That ______

question 39

Multiple Choice

The concept of general deterrence holds that ______.

• A) ​as people age they commit fewer crimes
• B) ​if guardians become increasingly motivated, there will be less crime
• C) ​motivated people will violate the law if left unrestricted
• D) ​the decision to commit crime can be controlled by the threat of criminal punishment

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Definitions:

Kelley's Covariation

A model that suggests an individual's behavior is explained by situational factors or the individual's disposition, based on consistency, distinctiveness, and consensus.

Dispositional Attribution

The process of attributing behavior to internal characteristics or traits of the individual.

Jones And Davis

Refers to a theory of attribution that focuses on how we infer the intentions and dispositions of others based on their behavior.

Unique Components

The distinct elements or parts that contribute to the individuality or distinctiveness of something, often used in the context of products, systems, or theories.