Merton redefined ______ as a discrepancy between goals and means as a result of the way society is structured

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


Answer: anomie

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Overall, studies show that sheriffs have better experience, training, and education than do municipal police chiefs

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What did researchers conclude about the effectiveness of arrest in cases of domestic disturbance cases from the MDVE?

What will be an ideal response?

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According to Elliot Currie, some strategies to better deal with the crime problem include:

a. preventing child abuse. b. targeting those that are showing early signs of delinquency. c. reducing the standard work week. d. increasing the number of police officers. e. A, B, and C only.

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From Uniform Crime Report data, we know that most offenders are ______.

a. white, male and under the age of 18 b. white, male and over the age of 18 c. black, male and under the age of 18 d. black, male and over the age of 18

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