According to the book, increasing consumer education about potential frauds and other forms of white-collar crime is a form of ______ according to routine activities theory.

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Target hardening involves increasing the difficulty or risk of committing a crime for potential offenders. Increasing consumer education about potential frauds and other forms of white-collar crime can make it harder for offenders to carry out their crimes as consumers become more aware and cautious.

According to the Book, Increasing Consumer Education About Potential Frauds