Crime Is Most Often Prevented by

question 7

Multiple Choice

Crime is most often prevented by

• A) using evidence-based practices.
• B) achieving high conviction rates.
• C) ​the deterrent effect of the police.
• D) ​the presence of neighborhood watch groups.
• E) ​friendly neighbors.

Differentiate between various theories explaining collective action and social movements.

Recognize and categorize different types of collective action.

Understand the concepts of resource mobilization and its role in social movements.

Identify factors leading to non-routine collective action.

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Definitions:

Priming

A psychological phenomenon where exposure to a stimulus influences a response to a subsequent stimulus, without conscious guidance or intention.

Recall

The cognitive process of retrieving information from memory, which can be influenced by various factors such as the method of encoding, the context of recollection, and the passage of time.

Processing Speed

The pace at which an individual can take in information, understand it, and begin to respond. This can involve sensory processing, thinking, and motor responses.

Psychological Tests

Standardized measures designed to assess aspects of an individual's mental health, personality, abilities, and attitudes.