An Offender Who Does Actually Pose a Danger of Future

question 19

Multiple Choice

An offender who does actually pose a danger of future crime may be erroneously predicted to be "safe." This is known as a ____________ .

• A) false positive
• B) false negative
• C) true positive
• D) true negative

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Stage

The first of Piaget's stages of cognitive development, spanning from birth to about 2 years, where infants learn about the world primarily through sensory experiences and manipulating objects.

First Birthday

Marks the completion of one year since a child's birth, a significant milestone in development and growth often celebrated by families and caregivers.

Halfway Through

A term indicating that a process or period of time has reached its midpoint, with an equal amount completed and remaining.

Cognitive Conflict

A situation arising from the encounter of differing viewpoints or information, leading to a reevaluation of existing beliefs or knowledge.