Discuss the Pros and Cons of a Law That Would

question 31

Essay

Discuss the pros and cons of a law that would require landlords to warn existing tenants of any new tenant who had a criminal record involving a violent or sex related felony.

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Definitions:

Unmotivated

Lacking the desire or willingness to take action or engage in activities.

Social Function

The roles and contributions individuals or institutions play within a society to maintain and enforce norms and to promote cohesion and stability.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals experience mental discomfort and psychological stress when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Attribution Theory

A psychological theory that explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others' behavior and events.