Which of the Following Delinquency Prevention Policies Would Merton Be

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following delinquency prevention policies would Merton be most likely to advocate?

• A) education and job-training programs
• B) Big Brother/Big Sister programs aimed at establishing close ties to positive role models
• C) reduction of violence in movies and television
• D) programs to teach parents how to be more effective at reinforcing prosocial behavior and punishing antisocial behavior
• E) b and d

Identify and explore the concept of ageism and discrimination against both the disabled and elderly populations.

Understand the legal and normative frameworks that structure the life course and stages of life.

Recognize the role of rehabilitation, education, and integration in the lives of the disabled.

Explore the relationship between socio-economic status and physical health/outcomes.

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Definitions:

Economic Value

The worth of a good or service as determined by the market or the value it brings to the transaction.

Profit-Sharing Plan

A company program that gives employees a share in the profits of the company, typically based on its yearly or quarterly earnings.

Line Managers

Supervisors or managers who have direct responsibility over a particular line of business, department, or team within an organization.

Program Strategies

Planned actions or series of actions aimed at achieving specific goals within a program.