The results of Sherman and Berk's (1984) study of the impact of arrest on repeat calls to the police department for domestic violence supported which of the following social theories?
A) Symbolic interactionism
B) Deterrence theory
C) Labeling theory
D) Conflict theory
E) Inductive logic

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Sherman and Berk's study found that arrest worked as a deterrent for future domestic violence, which supports deterrence theory. This theory posits that people are less likely to commit a crime if they believe the consequences (such as arrest) will be severe, certain, and swift.

The Results of Sherman and Berk's (1984) Study of the Impact