Simon Wants to Create Theory That Explains All Forms of Crime

question 44

Multiple Choice

Simon wants to create theory that explains all forms of crime and deviance. His theory is so complicated it fills an entire series of books. This theory lacks ______.

• A) positivism
• B) parsimony
• C) variables
• D) scope

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Definitions:

Measure Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over time.

Performance Evaluation

The process of assessing an employee's job performance using various methods, to provide feedback, determine suitability for promotion or raises, and identify areas for improvement.

Administrative

Pertaining to the tasks, activities, and operations involved in the running of an organization or institution.

Developmental

Pertaining to the progress or improvement of an individual's skills, attributes, or capabilities over time.