Criminology Quiz
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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?

  • Economists, doctors, and engineers
  • Historians, anthropologists, and lawyers
  • Psychologists, philosophers, and social workers (correct)
  • Sociologists, biologists, and mathematicians
  • 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
  • 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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    Test your knowledge of Criminology with this quiz! Explore the interdisciplinary study of crime and deviant behavior, drawing upon research from various fields in the behavioral and social sciences. Challenge yourself with questions on sociological, economic, psychological, and philosophical perspectives on criminology.

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