Explain Broken Windows Theory

question 35

Essay

Explain broken windows theory. How did a 1969 experiment by Stanford psychologist Philip Zimbardo pertain to this theory?

---

Definitions:

Income Inequality

The uneven allocation of income among households or individuals within an economy.

World War II

A global conflict that took place between 1939 and 1945, involving most of the world's nations and resulting in significant geopolitical changes.

Poverty Rates

Indicators or measures that reflect the percentage of the population living below the national poverty line, which is often defined by the inability to afford the basic needs for living.

Comparable Wealth

An assessment of the relative financial status or asset value of individuals, organizations, or nations, compared to others.