Types of Crime: Classification, Definitions, and Trends

Question 1

What is the defining characteristic that sets violent crime apart from other types of crime?

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Involves the use or threat of physical force

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Primarily targets property

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Relates to financial fraud

Question 2

Which of the following acts is considered a violent crime?

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Assault

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Theft

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Burglary

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Fraud

Question 3

Property crimes involve:

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Damage or theft of property

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Harm to individuals

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Financial gain through illegal means

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Breach of public order

Question 4

White-collar crimes are distinct from other crimes because they are typically:

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Committed by professionals or individuals in positions of trust

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Involve violence or physical harm

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Less serious than other crimes

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Motivated by personal gain

Question 5

Which of the following is not considered a factor contributing to crime?

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Genetic predisposition

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Poverty and inequality

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Lack of education and employment opportunities

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Cultural norms and values

Question 6

The principle of proportionality in sentencing means that the punishment should be:

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Commensurate with the gravity of the crime

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As severe as possible

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Identical for all crimes

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Determined solely by the criminal's past record

Question 7

The term 'cybercrime' refers to:

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Crimes committed using the internet or electronic devices

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Crimes involving the use of physical force

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Crimes motivated by political or ideological beliefs

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Crimes that occur in rural areas

Question 8

The concept of 'culpability' in criminal law refers to:

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The degree of blame or responsibility for a crime

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The specific intent to commit a particular crime

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The legal defenses available to a defendant

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The severity of the punishment imposed

Question 9

Which of the following is defined as a crime involving the intentional use or threat of physical force against another person?

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Assault

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Shoplifting

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Fraud

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Burglary

Question 10

A distinguishing characteristic of property crime is that it:

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Targets personal possessions or property

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Involves the use of violence or threat of violence

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Perpetrated by individuals with high social status

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Often involves complex financial transactions

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of a crime that involves deception or dishonesty for financial gain?

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Embezzlement

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Robbery

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Murder

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Kidnapping

Question 12

Phishing is a type of fraud scheme that involves:

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Impersonating a legitimate business or organization

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Gaining the victim's trust through personal interactions

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Using complex financial schemes to deceive victims

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Forging documents to obtain financial benefits

Question 13

The main purpose of victim impact statements in criminal cases is to:

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Provide information about the victim's experiences and the impact of the crime

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Request a specific sentence for the defendant

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Serve as evidence of the defendant's guilt

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Determine the victim's eligibility for compensation

Question 14

The ethical dilemma faced by law enforcement when using surveillance technologies is primarily about:

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Balancing public safety concerns with the protection of individual privacy

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Ensuring equal access to justice for all individuals

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Preventing the misuse of power by law enforcement agencies

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Protecting the rights of victims and witnesses

Question 15

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of violent crime?

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Involves the use or threat of force against a person

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Aims to damage or steal property

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Breaches trust or confidence

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Seeks economic gain

Question 16

What is the key difference between burglary and robbery?

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Burglary involves unlawfully entering a building to commit theft, while robbery involves taking property directly from a person through force or threat of force

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Robbery involves unlawfully entering a building, while burglary involves taking property directly from a person through force or threat of force

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Burglary and robbery are legally considered the same crime

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Neither of the above statements is accurate

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of a white-collar crime?

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Insider trading

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Physical assault

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Shoplifting

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Vandalism

Question 18

What is the fundamental distinction between a criminal offense and a civil wrong?

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Criminal offenses are punishable by imprisonment or fines, while civil wrongs are resolved through lawsuits

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Civil wrongs are punishable by imprisonment or fines, while criminal offenses are resolved through lawsuits

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Criminal offenses involve harm to society, while civil wrongs involve harm to individuals

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There is no meaningful distinction between a criminal offense and a civil wrong

Question 19

What is the primary role of the jury in a criminal trial?

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To determine the guilt or innocence of the accused

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To decide on the appropriate sentence if the accused is found guilty

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To provide legal advice to the judge

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To conduct the investigation of the crime

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT considered a violent crime according to UK law?

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Burglary

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Assault

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Murder

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Manslaughter

Question 21

Which type of crime involves the unlawful acquisition of property?

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Property crime

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Violent crime

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White-collar crime

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Cybercrime

Question 22

Which of the following is considered a property crime, as opposed to a violent crime?

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Embezzlement

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Robbery

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Murder

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Arson

Question 23

Which characteristic is distinctive of white-collar crime, setting it apart from other types of offenses?

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Committed by individuals in positions of power or fiduciary duty

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Typically involves violence

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Results in extensive physical harm

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Usually entails illegal substances

Question 24

Which of these is NOT categorized as a violent crime?

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Property theft

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Assault

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Murder

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Rape

Question 25

Which crime involves the unlawful seizure of property directly from a person's possession, often using force or threats?

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Robbery

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Burglary

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Theft

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Larceny

Question 26

In what ways can technology both aid and hinder criminal activity?

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Providing criminals with tools for anonymity and communication

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Assisting law enforcement in crime detection and investigation

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Increasing public awareness of crime

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Reducing the overall crime rate

Question 27

Which of the following is a characteristic of white-collar crime?

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Aims to gain financial advantage through deception or fraud

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Usually involves physical violence

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Typically committed by low-income individuals

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Often results in imprisonment

Question 28

What is the term for the official statistics that measure the occurrence and rate of crime?

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Crime Rate

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Crime Trend

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Crime Profile

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Criminal Record

Question 29

What is the primary goal of crime prevention measures?

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To deter crime from occurring

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To punish criminals

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To rehabilitate offenders

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To investigate crimes

Question 30

What is the primary role of law enforcement agencies in crime control?

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To investigate and apprehend suspects

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To provide rehabilitation services

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To determine guilt or innocence

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To enact and enforce laws

Question 31

Classify the following act as either a violent crime or a property crime: Breaking into a house and stealing valuables.

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Property crime

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Violent crime

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a type of crime prevention strategy?

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Mandatory self-surrender

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Increased community policing

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Investing in early intervention programs

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Heightened surveillance

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a key element of organized crime?

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Non-profit motives

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Involvement of multiple individuals or groups

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Use of intimidation and violence

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Operating across multiple jurisdictions

Question 34

Which of the following is a key limitation of current crime prevention strategies?

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Insufficient focus on rehabilitation programs

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Emphasis on evidence-based approaches

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Involvement of local communities

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Integration of advanced technologies

Question 35

Which of the following actions is defined as a violent crime?

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Murder

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Larceny

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Embezzlement

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Cyberbullying

Question 36

Which of the following is an example of a white-collar crime?

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Fraud

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Assault

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Arson

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Vandalism

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of restorative justice approaches?

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To rehabilitate offenders and repair harm caused to victims

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To impose severe punishments on offenders

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To deter crime through fear of punishment

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To generate revenue for the justice system

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of sentencing?

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Reparation

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Retribution

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Deterrence

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Rehabilitation

Question 39

Which societal factor most significantly impacts how a criminal justice system responds to a particular crime?

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Public opinion and attitudes towards the crime

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The severity of the crime's legal consequences

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The resources available for law enforcement and prosecution

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The political beliefs of the government in power

Question 40

How does media coverage influence public understanding of the prevalence and seriousness of various crimes?

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Media coverage can sometimes exaggerate or distort crime stories, leading to exaggerated public perceptions.

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Media coverage always accurately portrays the true nature and extent of crime in society.

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Media coverage has no effect on public perceptions of crime.

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT classified as a violent crime in the UK?

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Shoplifting

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Murder

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Assault

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Manslaughter

Question 42

What type of crime involves the unlawful taking or damaging of property without involving physical force?

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Property crime

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Violent crime

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White-collar crime

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Cybercrime

Question 43

Which of the following would be considered a white-collar crime?

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Embezzlement

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Arson

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Burglary

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Drug trafficking

Question 44

What is the primary purpose of the criminal justice system in relation to crime?

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To punish, rehabilitate, and deter offenders

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To protect citizens

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To provide employment

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To generate revenue

Question 45

Which of the following is an example of a crime that can be prosecuted as a hate crime?

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Racial abuse

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Speeding

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Tax evasion

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Shoplifting

Question 46

Which government agency is responsible for collecting and publishing national crime statistics in the UK?

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Office for National Statistics (ONS)

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Crown Prosecution Service

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Home Office

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National Crime Agency

Question 47

What is the term used to describe a crime that is committed against a person's property but does not involve force or threat of force?

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Larceny

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Arson

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Burglary

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Robbery

Question 48

Which of the following is **not** considered a type of violent crime?

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Burglary

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Kidnapping

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Homicide

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Assault

Question 49

Which type of crime involves the unlawful taking, conversion, or destruction of property belonging to another person or entity?

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Property crime

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Violent crime

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White-collar crime

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Cybercrime

Question 50

Which factor is considered a significant contributor to crime rates within a society?

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Socioeconomic inequality

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Religious beliefs

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Weather conditions

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Age distribution

Question 51

What data source provides information about the number and type of crimes reported to the police?

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Crime statistics

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Court records

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Police reports

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Victim surveys

Question 52

Which of the following is a common method used to prevent crime in communities?

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Community policing

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Stricter gun control laws

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Increased incarceration rates

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Legalization of drugs

Question 53

What is the primary purpose of criminal law?

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To maintain social order and protect individuals and property

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To deter crime

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To rehabilitate criminals

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To generate revenue for the government

Question 54

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of criminal justice in most democratic societies?

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Presumption of innocence

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Swift and certain punishment

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Retribution

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Eye for an eye

Question 55

What is the main difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?

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The severity of the crime and the potential penalty

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Whether or not the crime involves violence

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The age of the offender

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The type of court in which they are tried