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Choice theory can be traced to Beccaria’s view that crime is rational and can be prevented by punishment that is

Describe the five steps of Monroe’s motivated sequence (be sure to explain each step, don’t just list the steps, you need to explain the purpose of each).

Use of the scientific method to conduct research in an objective, universal, and cultural free fashion is an element of classical criminology.

Only property that passes from the deceased spouse to the surviving spouse is eligible for the marital deduction. Which of the following will not qualify for the estate tax marital deduction? 

Describe Aristotle’s Pillars of Persuasion (be sure to explain each component, don’t just list them, you need to explain the purpose of each).

Social learning theory holds that

The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Everybody believes that I’m the best candidate for office, just look at how many people came out to my campaign rally.

“Pathos” is the word Aristotle used to refer to a speaker’s logical appeal.

Religion and belief impact criminal behavior.  Even children in high crime area are better able to resist drug use if they

When you are speaking to inform you are a partisan advocate for a particular position, but when you are speaking to persuade you want to let the audience win themselves over.