Theories in Criminology Do All of the Following Except

question 26

Multiple Choice

Theories in criminology do all of the following except:

• A) help us understand how characteristics of individuals (e.g., personality factors, biological factors) are related to criminal behavior
• B) offer insight into social structures and social processes that may account for differences in crime rates across groups
• C) offer religious and philosophical perspectives on how we ought to view crime and criminals
• D) provide bases for predictions about future trends and patterns of crime
• E) provide guidance to policymakers who may wish to implement programs of crime prevention and control

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Definitions:

Cultural Value

A system of beliefs, moral codes, and customs shared by a society, influencing its members' behavior and attitudes.

Commencement Ceremony

A formal event celebrating the completion of academic studies, marking the awarding of degrees.

Rituals

Set sequences of actions or practices, often symbolic in nature, performed in a customary way.

Customs

Established practices or behaviors regularly followed by a group of people.