Peers Have a Profound Impact on Individual Perceptions of the Pros

question 19

Multiple Choice

Peers have a profound impact on individual perceptions of the pros and cons of offending.When one sees one's friends getting away with crimes,the risk of punishment ______.

• A)is increased
• B)is decreased
• C)remains stagnant

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Definitions:

Enkaphalins

Peptides found in the brain, acting as neurotransmitters or neuromodulators, involved in regulating pain and emotion.

Neurons

Neurons are the basic working units of the brain and nervous system, specialized cells designed to transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells through electrical and chemical signals.

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles that are attached to bones and are responsible for voluntary movements of the body.

Inhibitory Neurotransmitter

A type of chemical messenger that decreases the likelihood of a neuron firing and thus inhibits neural activity.