What Does the Concept of General Deterrence Suggest

question 19

Multiple Choice

What does the concept of general deterrence suggest?

• A)Motivated people will violate the law if left free and unrestricted to do so.
• B)The decision to commit crime is affected by the perceived likelihood of punishment.
• C)If there are more suitable guardians for adolescents and children, there will be less crime.
• D)As people get older, they will commit fewer crimes due to responsibilities and maturity.

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