Question 1

Where did the approaches discussed in this chapter originate? How are they similar and how are they different?

Accepted Answer

Robinson and Beaver's integrated systems theory combines original systems theory with the evolutionary-ecological approach. Wikstrom and Sampson's systemic approach seeks to identify explanatory mechanisms that are relevant to understanding crime and criminal behavior. This approach relies on a method derived from physics theory. Agnew's unified approach is a reanalysis of the underlying assumptions in criminology. With this effort he hopes to produce a foundation for theorizing. These are similar because they are all very integrative and incorporate factors from a variety of areas. However, their underlying structures, assumptions, and approaches are quite different.

Question 2

Many of the variables identified as criminogenic risk factors are nothing more than spurious correlations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Which of the following is true with regard to Wikstrom and Sampson's systemic approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  It seeks to explain both crime and criminal behavior. 
B)  It examines situational, social, and cultural factors. 
C)  It attempts to explain how criminal behavior develops over time. 
D)  All of the above. 
E)  None of the above. 
A)  It seeks to explain both crime and criminal behavior. 
B)  It examines situational, social, and cultural factors. 
C)  It attempts to explain how criminal behavior develops over time. 
D)  All of the above. 
E)  None of the above. D

Question 4

Briefly summarize the three approaches to making criminological theories more accessible, inte?grated, and accountable.

Accepted Answer

First, criminologists should tap into th

Question 5

Why is the analysis and study of theories so important in criminology and criminal justice? List three major ways analyzing and studying theories can help criminologists better understand crime.

Accepted Answer

First, it allows us to understand where

Question 6

Robinson and Beaver's integrated systems theory:

Accepted Answer

A)  suggests that mechanisms, context, and development are important to understanding why people commit crime. 
B)  examines the underlying assumptions in criminology to encourage a more uniform approach. 
C)  denies that a general theory of crime is possible. 
D)  seeks to explain crime rates rather than criminal behavior. 
E)  incorporates ideas from systems theory and the evolutionary-ecological paradigm. 
A)  suggests that mechanisms, context, and development are important to understanding why people commit crime. 
B)  examines the underlying assumptions in criminology to encourage a more uniform approach. 
C)  denies that a general theory of crime is possible. 
D)  seeks to explain crime rates rather than criminal behavior. 
E)  incorporates ideas from systems theory and the evolutionary-ecological paradigm.

Question 7

Bounded agency refers to a view of human nature that suggests that behavior is determined more by situational factors than by personality traits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Agnew's unified approach:

Accepted Answer

A)  seeks to unite the major criminological theories (i.e., strain, learning, and control) through propositional integration. 
B)  is a reanalysis and reformulation of some of the basic assumptions in criminology. 
C)  is an effort to connect theories of crime rates to theories of criminality. 
D)  reexamines the history of the criminal justice system to understand how it has influenced criminological theorizing over the years. 
E)  is an integration of Agnew's general strain theory, Gottfredson and Hirschi's general theory of crime, and Akers's social learning theory. 
A)  seeks to unite the major criminological theories (i.e., strain, learning, and control) through propositional integration. 
B)  is a reanalysis and reformulation of some of the basic assumptions in criminology. 
C)  is an effort to connect theories of crime rates to theories of criminality. 
D)  reexamines the history of the criminal justice system to understand how it has influenced criminological theorizing over the years. 
E)  is an integration of Agnew's general strain theory, Gottfredson and Hirschi's general theory of crime, and Akers's social learning theory.

Where did the approaches discussed in this chapter originate? How are they similar and how are they different?

Many of the variables identified as criminogenic risk factors are nothing more than spurious correlations.

Which of the following is true with regard to Wikstrom and Sampson's systemic approach?

Briefly summarize the three approaches to making criminological theories more accessible, inte?grated, and accountable.

Why is the analysis and study of theories so important in criminology and criminal justice? List three major ways analyzing and studying theories can help criminologists better understand crime.

Robinson and Beaver's integrated systems theory:

Bounded agency refers to a view of human nature that suggests that behavior is determined more by situational factors than by personality traits.

Agnew's unified approach:

Basic Principles of Theorizing and Mapping

The Seven-Step Model and Early Explanations of Criminality

Biological Positivist Theories

Psychological Positivist Theories

Psychological Process Theories

Differential Association and Social Learning Theories

Control Theories

Labeling Theories

Social Disorganization Theories

Social Strain and Anomie Theories

Conflict Theories

Rational Choice Theories

Integrated and General Theories

Biosocial Theories

Developmental and Life Course Theories

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Exam 16: Conclusion

Where did the approaches discussed in this chapter originate? How are they similar and how are they different?

Many of the variables identified as criminogenic risk factors are nothing more than spurious correlations.

Which of the following is true with regard to Wikstrom and Sampson's systemic approach?

Briefly summarize the three approaches to making criminological theories more accessible, inte?grated, and accountable.

Why is the analysis and study of theories so important in criminology and criminal justice? List three major ways analyzing and studying theories can help criminologists better understand crime.

Robinson and Beaver's integrated systems theory:

Bounded agency refers to a view of human nature that suggests that behavior is determined more by situational factors than by personality traits.

Agnew's unified approach:

Basic Principles of Theorizing and Mapping

The Seven-Step Model and Early Explanations of Criminality

Biological Positivist Theories

Psychological Positivist Theories

Psychological Process Theories

Differential Association and Social Learning Theories

Control Theories

Labeling Theories

Social Disorganization Theories

Social Strain and Anomie Theories

Conflict Theories

Rational Choice Theories

Integrated and General Theories

Biosocial Theories

Developmental and Life Course Theories

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