_____ Is the Prevention of Criminal Acts by the Use

question 46

Multiple Choice

_____ is the prevention of criminal acts by the use or threat of punishment.

• A) Deterrence
• B) Recidivism
• C) Rehabilitation
• D) Retribution

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Definitions:

Common Stock

Equity securities that represent ownership in a corporation, giving shareholders voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends.

Merger Proposal

An offer or plan for two or more companies to consolidate into one entity, often aiming to achieve market expansion, diversification, or efficiencies.

Vote

A formal indication of choice between two or more options, typically used in elections or when making decisions.

Dividend Yield

A financial ratio measuring the dividend income relative to the price of the stock, indicating how much a company pays out in dividends each year relative to its share price.