Social Learning Theory Suggests That Crime Is A(n) ______ Behavior

question 12

Multiple Choice

Social learning theory suggests that crime is a(n) ______ behavior

• A) learned
• B) chronic
• C) group
• D) isolated

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Definitions:

Confirmation Bias

A bias towards finding, comprehending, selecting, and reminiscing information that affirms one's prior beliefs or conjectures.

Framing Effect

The cognitive bias where people decide on options based on whether they are presented in a positive or negative way, rather than on the content itself.

Confirmation Bias

The inclination to seek out, understand, prefer, and remember details in a manner that validates one's existing opinions or theories.

Sunk Cost Effect

The phenomenon where a person continues an endeavor because of previously invested resources (time, money, or effort), despite potential losses.