Exploring the Basics of Criminology

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Which term is derived from the Latin word 'crimen' and the translated Greek 'logia'?

  • Criminology (correct)
  • Psychology
  • Anthropology
  • Sociology

What is the broadest meaning of criminology?

  • The study of crime as a social phenomenon (correct)
  • The study of laws
  • The study of crime prevention
  • The study of criminals

Who coined the term 'criminology'?

  • Paul Topinard
  • BeCueno
  • Rafaelle Garofalo (correct)
  • Sutherland and Cressey

Which field of study uses the principles and concepts established by criminology?

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What type of science is criminology?

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