Evidence for overkill and enjoyment for hurting the victim (sadistic violence)was related to:
A)offense history
B)PCL-R scores
C)family background
D)level of education
E)none of the above

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The PCL-R (Psychopathy Checklist-Revised) is a standardized assessment tool used to measure psychopathic traits, including a lack of empathy and callousness towards others. These traits are likely to be associated with sadistic violence and enjoyment of hurting the victim. Therefore, PCL-R scores are the best choice for predicting these behaviors. Offense history, family background, and level of education may also provide some insight, but they are not as strong of predictors as PCL-R scores.

Evidence for Overkill and Enjoyment for Hurting the Victim (Sadistic