This is a Discussion Board for Causes of Crime class. The following is the Professor’s Assignment and Instructions: What is general deterrence, and what is specific deterrence? Identify two types of crimes for which you think a harsh penalty or swift justice would serve as a deterrent to committing that crime. Identify two types of crimes for which you think a harsh penalty or swift justice is unlikely to serve as a deterrent to committing that crime. Explain your reasoning for each example you provide, using course readings and/or outside information concerning why people commit such crimes.