Question 1

What kind of crime target has modern technology made more appealing?

Accepted Answer

Modern technology has made data theft and cyber crimes more appealing to criminals. With the increasing reliance on digital systems to store and handle sensitive information, such as personal and financial data, criminals can access and exploit information from anywhere in the world. This has led to a rise in cyber attacks, ransomware, and identity theft.

Question 2

How might technology open the door for illegal behaviors targeting children?

Accepted Answer

Technology can facilitate all of the listed illegal behaviors targeting children. Coordination of face-to-face sexual encounters with children can occur through online communication or social media. Virtual sex with children can also be conducted through technology-mediated communication such as webcam or messaging apps. Child pornography can be easily downloaded and shared through the internet, and dissemination of such material can be rapidly carried out through online networks. Therefore, technology has opened the door for various forms of offenses against children.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a difficulty in measuring cyberattacks?

Accepted Answer

Cyberattacks are actually quite common, with some estimates suggesting that there are millions of attempted attacks every day. The main difficulties in measuring cyberattacks are that many are never detected, disclosed, or prosecuted, making it hard to get a complete picture of the threat landscape.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the growth of cybercrime?

Accepted Answer

Complexity is not a reason for the growth of cybercrime. Cybercrime has grown due to the increased reach and penetration of the internet, the convenience it offers to offenders, and the security it provides them.

Question 5

How is cyberbullying similar to traditional bullying?

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Question 6

What are some examples of crimes of specialized access that could be committed by a medical doctor?

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Question 7

What term is used for when another offender assists and attends a crime event?

Accepted Answer

Co-offending is the term used for when another offender assists and attends a crime event.

Question 8

Which of the following is a pattern of co-offending?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are patterns of co-offending. Research has shown that co-offending is common among juveniles and young adults, but tends to decrease as individuals age. Groups of co-offenders may also have high turnover rates, as individuals may not remain in the same groups for extended periods of time. Additionally, co-offending typically occurs in small groups, with one, two, three, or four individuals participating in the criminal activity together.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT true about juvenile street gangs?

Accepted Answer

Gangs vary widely in terms of organization. While some may exhibit high levels of organization, many are loosely structured and lack the hierarchy or formal organization implied by the statement. This variability makes it inaccurate to broadly categorize gangs as highly organized.

Question 10

In what context is a gang likely to progress towards organized crime?

Accepted Answer

A very large city with a very long gang tradition provides a greater opportunity for gangs to form alliances, establish networks, and engage in more sophisticated criminal activities. Additionally, the presence of established organized crime groups in the city could attract smaller gangs to join forces and become part of the larger criminal network.

Question 11

What might cause an individual to leave a gang?

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Question 12

How is a criminal network distinguished from hierarchical organized crime?

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Quiz 7: Crime Enhancers