Name the criteria that are used to define a gang.

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They are a group that use the same symbols, like clothing style,color, and/or hand signals. They use specific forms of communication, such as graffiti and social media. The group has permanence and often a street orientation. Furthermore, the group is usually involved in violent and drug crimes.

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One problem that required compromise when drafting the Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787 involved issues of representation in the lower house of Congress because delegates from slaveholding states wanted slaves counted as full people, and

delegates from non-slaveholding states did not want to count any slaves as people for the purposes of apportioning representation in the House of Representatives. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Identify the two types of reasoning errors that are associated with units of analysis.

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A(n) __________ is a written accusation returned by a grand jury, charging an individual with a specified crime after determination of probable cause

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Historically, the police have felt isolated in their effort to control crime. This stems from two factors: perceived ________ hostility and the impact of the due process revolution

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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