This Theory Suggests That Offenders Are More Likely to Act

question 33

Multiple Choice

This theory suggests that offenders are more likely to act on their first opportunity in relation to their buffer zone.

• A)routine activity
• B)rational choice
• C)crime pattern
• D)strain

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