Cohen and Felson argue that crime rates _______ between 1960 and 1980 because the number of adult caretakers at home during the day decreased as a result of increased female participation in the workforce.
A) decreased
B) skyrocketed
C) remained stable
D) increased

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Cohen and Felson's argument is based on the routine activity theory, which suggests that crime rates increased during this period due to fewer adult caretakers being at home, which in turn led to more opportunities for crimes to occur.

Cohen and Felson Argue That Crime Rates _______ Between 1960