1. What is Routine Activities Theory (RAT) and what are its key elements? Please outline in detail each element.
2. One major weakness of deterrence theory is that people are always rational and behave as such. (true or false)
3. Briefly explain the impact of incapacitation on crime? According to the text, is it an effective deterrent? Be detailed in your answer.
4. Briefly outline 5 thinking errors in cognition of child abusers.
5. A 14-year-old is caught stealing shoes from Footlocker. When asked why they committed this offense, the youth mentioned they were unable to find employment due to age (the legal age for employment is 16 in their state). This scenario can be best explained using which theory:
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