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CRIMINOLOGY

Criminology is the scientific study of crime as a social phenomenon, including its causes, consequences, and control, as well as the behavior of criminals and the criminal justice system.

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What does criminology investigate regarding the causes of crime?

Criminology seeks to understand the root causes of criminal behavior by exploring various factors, including social, psychological, and economic influences.


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What aspects of a criminal's behavior does criminology study?

Criminology examines the motivations, patterns, and development of criminal offenders, and how their behavior impacts society.

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How does criminology contribute to understanding the criminal justice system?

Criminology analyzes the effectiveness of different components of the criminal justice system, such as law enforcement, courts, and correctional facilities, in controlling crime and ensuring justice.

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CRIMINOLOGY

Criminology is the scientific study of crime as a social phenomenon, including its causes, consequences, and control, as well as the behavior of criminals and the criminal justice system.