The Three Components of Deterrence Theory Are Severity, Certainty, and Speed

question 19

Multiple Choice

The three components of deterrence theory are severity, certainty, and speed of legal sanctions (punishment) . Of these components, deterrence theorists tend to believe that the which component of punishment seems to have the strongest impact.

• A) severity
• B) certainty
• C) speed
• D) The impact of the components is equal.

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