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What is a key difference between a theory and a hypothesis?
What is a key difference between a theory and a hypothesis?
Elliott was opposed to theoretical integration in criminal theories.
Elliott was opposed to theoretical integration in criminal theories.
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Name one theorist associated with control balance theory.
Name one theorist associated with control balance theory.
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Criminal theories aim to explain variations in group and individual crime ______.
Criminal theories aim to explain variations in group and individual crime ______.
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Match the theorists with their respective theories:
Match the theorists with their respective theories:
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Study Notes
Criminal Theories
- Criminal theories explain variations in group and individual crime rates.
- Theories are developed through direct observation, theory competition, and theoretical integration.
- Elliott advocated for theoretical integration, while Gottfredson and Hirschi did not.
Developing Criminal Theories
- Four primary methods for integrating theories:
- Conceptual integration
- Propositional integration
- Within-level integration
- Cross-level integration
Key Theorists
- Elliott: Model of strain, bonding, and learning
- Krohn: Network analysis
- Thornberry: Interactional theory
- Gottfredson & Hirschi: (mentioned in context of not supporting integration)
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Description
Explore the foundational criminal theories that explain variations in crime rates among individuals and groups. This quiz covers key theorists, their approaches, and methods for integrating theories, including perspectives from Elliott, Krohn, and others. Test your knowledge on how these theories have evolved over time.
