Criminology and Society
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Which of the following is NOT a focus of criminology?

  • Understanding the impact of social and cultural context
  • Examining the nature of the economy
  • Analyzing the political climate
  • Studying crime and justice (correct)
  • What is the legal definition of crime?

  • An unintentional act or omission in violation of criminal law
  • A harmful behavior committed without defense or justification
  • An act or omission in violation of civil law
  • A deliberate act or omission in violation of criminal law (correct)
  • What are some of the problems with the legal definition of crime mentioned in the text?

  • The consequences of laws are unknown
  • Some laws are unnecessary (correct)
  • Laws only affect certain individuals
  • Laws are created by individuals
  • What additional factors can impact crime, justice, and law and order processes according to the text?

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    What is the main focus of criminology?

    <p>Studying crime, justice, and law and order issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

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