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Which Scenario Illustrates Specific Deterrence in Action

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Which scenario illustrates specific deterrence in action?


A) Bill is curious to know if he could get away with stealing a chocolate bar but fear of shame and embarrassment deters him from trying this.
B) Sam has never committed a crime because he believes that he will be quickly caught and punished and this does not make crime worthwhile for him.
C) John vows never to sell drugs again after he was caught, held in a holding cell, and sentenced to a lengthy period of probation and community service hours.
D) Tom has thought about shoplifting on occasion but the signs in the store warning of penalties have scared him from doing so.

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