Question 1

Given that many other traits, such as eye color and facial features, are passed down from generation to generation, what argument can be used to explain why criminal behavior is not passed down like physical features are?

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Question 2

Explain why the well-established fact that inmates as a population have a lower IQ than the rest of society does not prove a genetic or biological link in understanding crime.

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Question 3

Discuss the recent twin and adoption study debate between Burt and Simons and Barnes. Which side do you think has a stronger argument? Why?

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Question 4

Compare and contrast the views of the traditional biological theories to modern biosocial theories. What are the main differences between the two?

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Quiz 3: Biological and Biosocial Theories

Given that many other traits, such as eye color and facial features, are passed down from generation to generation, what argument can be used to explain why criminal behavior is not passed down like physical features are?

Explain why the well-established fact that inmates as a population have a lower IQ than the rest of society does not prove a genetic or biological link in understanding crime.

Discuss the recent twin and adoption study debate between Burt and Simons and Barnes. Which side do you think has a stronger argument? Why?

Compare and contrast the views of the traditional biological theories to modern biosocial theories. What are the main differences between the two?