Arguments That the Victims of a Crime Might Share Responsibility

question 27

Multiple Choice

Arguments that the victims of a crime might share responsibility with their offenders for what happened due to facilitation, precipitation, and provocation have been characterized as:

• A) a just world outlook
• B) victim defending
• C) victim blaming
• D) offender blaming

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Definitions:

Positive

Characterized by the presence or possession of features or qualities rather than their absence.

Negative

Characterized by a lack of positive qualities, often associated with harmful or undesirable effects.

External Locus

The belief that outcomes in one's life are determined by external forces or circumstances beyond personal control.

Positive Attitude

A position resulting from healthy self-esteem, optimism, extraversion, and personal control.