Asked by Daniella Ponce on Jun 06, 2024
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(Last Word) All of the following would reduce property crime by increasing its "price," except:
A) imposing greater penalties for those who are caught and convicted.
B) using more sophisticated security systems.
C) enhancing the legitimate earnings of potential criminals.
D) cutting out the middlemen ("fences") by selling stolen goods via Internet auction sites.
Property Crime
Crimes involving the theft of property or money without the use of force against the victim.
Legitimate Earnings
Legitimate earnings refer to income received from lawful and ethical business activities, operations, or professions, as opposed to profits derived from illicit or unethical activities.
- Understand how external factors and market changes influence consumer behavior and utility.
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Mohamed ElkasasJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Options A, B, and C all involve increasing the cost or risk associated with committing property crimes, either through legal penalties, security measures, or reducing the economic incentive by providing legitimate earnings. Option D, however, makes it easier for criminals to sell stolen goods by providing a direct platform, thereby potentially reducing the "price" of property crime by making it more profitable or easier, rather than increasing it.
Learning Objectives
- Understand how external factors and market changes influence consumer behavior and utility.