Which of the Following Best Characterizes a Key Goal of Critical

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best characterizes a key goal of critical criminology in recent years?

• A) conceiving programs that will work well within the existing criminal justice system
• B) systematically critiquing government intrusion into the lives of the powerful
• C) helping to better manage the poor and dangerous classes
• D) providing justice through opening minds to more just ways of being in the world

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Definitions:

Resource

Assets, materials, or substances that provide economic value or benefit to individuals or businesses.

Extraction Cost

Refers to the expenses involved in removing natural resources from the earth, such as mining or drilling.

User Cost

The cost associated with using a durable asset over a period, including the depreciation of the asset and possibly other expenses like maintenance.

Transtheoretical Model

A theory of behavior change that outlines five stages individuals move through when modifying behavior, from precontemplation to maintenance.