Under the Retributive System, the Reason We Punish Is for the Greater

question 69

True/False

Under the retributive system, the reason we punish is for the greater good of society.

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Definitions:

Backchannel Cue

Non-verbal or verbal signals used during communication to indicate understanding, agreement, or engagement without interrupting the speaker.

Expectancy Violation Theory

Theory that you interpret the messages of

Emotional Contagion Theory

Theory that emotional expression is contagious; people can “catch” emotions just by observing others’ emotional expressions.

Interaction Adaptation Theory

Theory suggesting that people interact with others by adapting to their communication behaviors.