Research Examining Lombroso's Theory of the Atavistic Man

question 7

Multiple Choice

Research examining Lombroso's theory of the atavistic man:

• A) concluded that the theory was correct (i.e., Lombrosian indicators can accurately predict criminality).
• B) suggested that chronic offenders were less evolved than other criminals and noncriminals.
• C) found that violent criminals had ape-like features and were prone to mental illness.
• D) was extremely rigorous, carefully conducted, and scientific.
• E) none of the above.

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