As of 2006, how many jails existed in the United States?

A. between 1,000 and 2,000
B. between 2,000 and 3,000
C. between 3,000 and 4,000
D. more than 4,000


C. between 3,000 and 4,000

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Those who support the "get-tough" approach believe juvenile offenders should be:

a. punished. b. rehabilitated. c. treated. d. educated.

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In another apparent reference to Plato, Kant states that it is impossible to determine what will make a person truly happy

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Behaviors that guard against victimization, such as purchasing a weapon, are referred to as defensive or protective behaviors. 2. Restrictions that people place on their own behaviors to protect themselves from harm are referred to as defensive behaviors. 3. When a person ascribes blame to a nonmodifiable source, such as his or her character, it is referred to as behavioral self-blame. 4. An example of an avoidance behavior is staying home at night. 5. Victim provocation occurs when a person actually does something that incites another person to commit an illegal act.

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The NSA is perhaps best known for its ________ operation, an automated global interception and relay system.

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

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