In a Study of Desistence Within a Small Group of High-Risk

question 41

Multiple Choice

In a study of desistence within a small group of high-risk violent offenders,Haggard,Gumpert,and Grann (2001) reported which of the following as a factor associated with desistance?

• A)Social avoidance
• B)S employment
• C)More than three prior convictions
• D)A good marriage
• E)Older age

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Definitions:

Short Run

A time period in economics during which at least one factor of production is fixed, limiting the ability of the business to adjust to market changes fully.

Monopolistically Competitive Firm

A type of firm in a market structure where many companies sell products that are similar but not identical, and each has some control over its price.

Monopolistic Competition

A market structure characterized by the presence of several firms that sell similar, but slightly differentiated, products and services where each has some control over its prices.

Zero Economic Profits

A situation in perfectly competitive markets where firms earn just enough revenue to cover their total operating costs, leaving no supernormal profit.