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Law and Economics of Criminal Law

Description: This quiz covers the intersection of law and economics as it pertains to criminal law. Questions will explore the economic analysis of crime, the efficiency of different sentencing policies, and the role of economic factors in shaping criminal behavior.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a primary goal of criminal law?

  1. Deterrence

  2. Retribution

  3. Incapacitation

  4. Economic efficiency


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While deterrence, retribution, and incapacitation are all primary goals of criminal law, economic efficiency is not.

According to the economic analysis of crime, what is the primary factor that determines an individual's decision to commit a crime?

  1. Moral values

  2. Social norms

  3. Economic incentives

  4. Psychological factors


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The economic analysis of crime posits that individuals weigh the costs and benefits of committing a crime before making a decision.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic cost associated with crime?

  1. Direct costs

  2. Indirect costs

  3. Opportunity costs

  4. Psychological costs


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Psychological costs are not typically considered an economic cost of crime.

What is the primary goal of deterrence in criminal law?

  1. To prevent crime from occurring

  2. To punish criminals

  3. To rehabilitate criminals

  4. To compensate victims


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of deterrence in criminal law is to prevent crime from occurring by discouraging potential criminals from committing crimes.

Which of the following is NOT a type of deterrent in criminal law?

  1. General deterrence

  2. Specific deterrence

  3. Incapacitation

  4. Restitution


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Restitution is not a type of deterrent in criminal law.

What is the primary goal of incapacitation in criminal law?

  1. To prevent crime from occurring

  2. To punish criminals

  3. To rehabilitate criminals

  4. To compensate victims


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of incapacitation in criminal law is to prevent crime from occurring by preventing criminals from committing further crimes.

Which of the following is NOT a type of incapacitation in criminal law?

  1. Imprisonment

  2. Probation

  3. Fines

  4. Electronic monitoring


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fines are not a type of incapacitation in criminal law.

What is the primary goal of rehabilitation in criminal law?

  1. To prevent crime from occurring

  2. To punish criminals

  3. To rehabilitate criminals

  4. To compensate victims


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of rehabilitation in criminal law is to reduce the likelihood that criminals will commit future crimes.

Which of the following is NOT a type of rehabilitation program in criminal law?

  1. Drug treatment programs

  2. Mental health counseling

  3. Vocational training

  4. Victim impact panels


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Victim impact panels are not a type of rehabilitation program in criminal law.

What is the primary goal of compensation in criminal law?

  1. To prevent crime from occurring

  2. To punish criminals

  3. To rehabilitate criminals

  4. To compensate victims


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of compensation in criminal law is to provide financial assistance to victims of crime.

Which of the following is NOT a type of compensation in criminal law?

  1. Restitution

  2. Victim compensation funds

  3. Crime victim assistance programs

  4. Probation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Probation is not a type of compensation in criminal law.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that economists consider when analyzing the efficiency of a sentencing policy?

  1. The cost of the policy

  2. The benefits of the policy

  3. The impact of the policy on crime rates

  4. The impact of the policy on the economy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economists typically do not consider the impact of a sentencing policy on the economy when analyzing its efficiency.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic analysis that can be used to evaluate the efficiency of a sentencing policy?

  1. Cost-benefit analysis

  2. Cost-effectiveness analysis

  3. Benefit-cost analysis

  4. Return on investment analysis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Return on investment analysis is not a type of economic analysis that can be used to evaluate the efficiency of a sentencing policy.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that economists consider when analyzing the economic impact of crime?

  1. The direct costs of crime

  2. The indirect costs of crime

  3. The opportunity costs of crime

  4. The psychological costs of crime


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economists typically do not consider the psychological costs of crime when analyzing its economic impact.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic analysis that can be used to evaluate the economic impact of crime?

  1. Input-output analysis

  2. Computable general equilibrium modeling

  3. Social accounting matrix modeling

  4. Hedonic pricing analysis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hedonic pricing analysis is not a type of economic analysis that can be used to evaluate the economic impact of crime.

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