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Which of the following best describes criminology?
Which of the following best describes criminology?
- The study of law enforcement agencies
- The study of politics
- The study of crime and deviant behavior (correct)
- The study of social work
What types of professionals contribute to the field of criminology?
What types of professionals contribute to the field of criminology?
- Economists, doctors, and engineers
- Historians, anthropologists, and lawyers
- Psychologists, philosophers, and social workers (correct)
- Sociologists, biologists, and mathematicians
What are the interests of criminologists?
What are the interests of criminologists?
- The study of law enforcement agencies
- The study of the etiology of crime (correct)
- The study of the origins of criminal law
- The study of the nature of law
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Study Notes
Criminology Overview
- Criminology is the scientific study of crime, including its causes, consequences, and prevention.
Contributions to Criminology
- Professionals from various fields contribute to criminology, including sociologists, psychologists, anthropologists, lawyers, biologists, and statisticians.
Interests of Criminologists
- Criminologists are interested in understanding the causes and consequences of crime, as well as developing effective methods for reducing and preventing crime.
- They are also interested in the social and political contexts that contribute to crime and the impact of crime on individuals and communities.
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