CCJ 4014 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Deterrence Theory, Homicide
2 Jun 2018
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Question 1
2 / 2 pts
The classical criminologists were more interested in changing the penal system to a
more rational and fair system.
True
False
Question 2
2 / 2 pts
According to deterrence theory, criminality is the irrational exercise of free will.
True
False
Question 3
2 / 2 pts
The findings of death penalty research indicate that:
the actual number of executions is less important in deterring homicide than is the fact
that a state does or does not have the death penalty
the presence or absence of the death penalty does not seem to have an impact on
homicide rates
states that have the death penalty have higher homicide rates than states that do not
have the death penalty
states that have the death penalty have lower homicide rates than states that do not
have the death penalty
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IncorrectQuestion 4
2 / 2 pts
The expected utility concept in rational choice theory of crime refers to behavior that has
some utility for society.
True
False
Question 5
2 / 2 pts
Research on deterrence theory supports the conclusion that:
if the death penalty were carried out more swiftly, it would have a significant deterrent
effect
in order for state-applied punishment to be effective as a deterrent, it is more important
that it be severe than certain
the perceived certainty of state-applied punishment has a strong deterrent effect more
significant than that provided by informal controls
the perceived certainty of state-applied punishment has a weak deterrent effect beyond
that provided by informal controls
Question 6
2 / 2 pts
Which of the following were used to illustrate a routine activity that could provide an
opportunity for crime?
college students
holidays
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Document Summary
The classical criminologists were more interested in changing the penal system to a more rational and fair system. According to deterrence theory, criminality is the irrational exercise of free will. The expected utility concept in rational choice theory of crime refers to behavior that has some utility for society. Which of the following were used to illustrate a routine activity that could provide an opportunity for crime? college students holidays both were used. According to deterrence theory, the law must provide__________ sanctions to deter crime. none of the answers are true limited reasonable severe. Routine activities theory is more a theory of criminal victimization than of criminal behavior. When the state punishes a criminal offender with the intent of engendering fear in others who might be tempted to commit crime, the goal that is being sought is: selective incapacitation general deterrence specific deterrence social defense. Deterrence theory is the basis of the western criminal justice system.
