Which of the Following Is True of a Mala in Se

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a mala in se crime?

• A) It varies significantly across countries and cultures.
• B) It goes against the natural, moral, and public principles of a society.
• C) It reflects the intellectual standards of a society at a given time.
• D) It is considered wrong only because it has been prohibited by a criminal statute.

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Definitions:

Insight Learning

A form of cognitive learning where problem-solving occurs through a sudden understanding or epiphany rather than by trial and error.

Law of Effect

A psychological principle suggesting that behaviors followed by favorable consequences become more likely, and behaviors followed by unfavorable consequences become less likely.

Skinner

B.F. Skinner was an influential American psychologist known for his research in behaviorism and for developing the theory of operant conditioning, focusing on the consequences of actions to modify behavior.

Operants

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