Imagine you are a criminological researcher interested in studying violence. Describe what in particular you are interested in learning. Then indicate which type of social science research you should employ and why.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary. I am interested in understanding the causes of violence. Since I am interested in the causes of violence, I would use explanatory research. I should choose this type of social science research because I am interested in the causes of violence, rather than describing who, what, where or when violence occurs.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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a. Voluntary manslaughter b. Involuntary manslaughter c. Negligent homicide d. Felony murder

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Draw the federal court structure.

What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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