Author Question: According to Cohen and Felson, why did crime rates increase between 1960 and 1980? a. Because ... (Read 63 times)

ahriuashd · **on:** Aug 12, 2018

According to Cohen and Felson, why did crime rates increase between 1960 and 1980?

a. Because unemployment rose, resulting in an increase in motivated offenders
b. Because the amount of suburban neighborhoods decreased, resulting in a population shift to urban neighborhoods
c. Because a demographic bulge in the population resulted in an increased number of motivated offenders
d. Because guardians decreased as a result of increased female participation in the workforce

Question 2

Hirschi and Gottfredson have collected data showing that the demographic distribution of white-collar crime is similar to other crimes.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false