A strict liability crime does not require the prosecutor to prove mens rea, or criminal intent, by the perpetrator

a. true
b. false


a, true

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Isolating oneself from family, friends, and activities after experiencing a traumatic event is an example of a ________ symptom

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In which case did the Supreme Court rule that deadly force may be used when (1) it is necessary to prevent the suspect's escape, and (2) the officer has probable cause to believe the suspect poses a serious threat of death or causes serious

physical injury to other people or police officers? a. Davis v. Mississippi b. Graham v. Connor c. Tennessee v. Garner d. Carroll v. United States

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Which of the following is a advantage of a closed-ended question?

a. They specify more clearly the researcher’s focus. b. Survey questions must be understood in the same way by all respondents. c. Responses are more likely to focus on the issue of concern to the researcher. d. Responses can easily be scored and analyzed after the survey is completed.

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People living in poverty are believed to engage in disproportionate amounts of _____ crimes, such as rape and assault, as a result of their rage, anger, and frustration against society

a. deliberate b. expressive c. instrumental d. defensive

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