Right Realist Essay - Biological differences

Question 1

Wilson + Herrnstein

Answer 1

Claim biological differences make some people more inclined to commit crime

Question 2

Herrnstein + Murray

Answer 2

Argue the main cause of crime is low intelligence, which they see as biologically determined

Question 3

Lily

Answer 3

Argue that IQ differences account for less than 3% of differences in offending

Question 4

AO3

Answer 4

Many people who commit crime tend to be in high status jobs that require a high IQ e.g. accountants can commit embezzlement

Question 5

Evidence

Answer 5

Bernie Madoff scandal - tricked investors out of over £60 billion