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armygirl

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Explain what the advantages and disadvantages of using mini theories to explain specific crimes would be.
 
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In what ways does the media construct crime images, give examples of media accounts that seem to involve a cultural spin and how that might influence public opinions.
 
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mceravolo

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: key points to be made
Answers will vary but could include something about only specific uses, not as helpful to understanding crime in general and would not capture changing social interests in new crimes or crime patterns

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Answer: key points to be made
Answers will vary but should mirror concepts of cultural criminology such as manipulation of images and the notion of selling stories to consumers.





 

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