A law enforcement agency monitors daily user activity on certain websites to predict which users will be most likely to commit internet fraud. Which theory explains why law enforcement may choose this method of deterring criminal activity?

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The routine activity theory suggests that crime occurs when there is a suitable target (potential victim), a lack of capable guardianship (law enforcement, security measures), and a motivated offender. In this scenario, law enforcement is monitoring daily user activity on certain websites to identify potential motivated offenders and intervene before they can commit internet fraud. By identifying potential offenders and increasing guardianship, law enforcement is attempting to prevent the crime from occurring.

A Law Enforcement Agency Monitors Daily User Activity on Certain