Which of the following best explains the lack of witness response to the attack on Kitty Genovese in New York in 1964?

a. Diffusion of responsibility
b. Faith in the police
c. Widespread poverty in the neighborhood
d. Apathy


Answer: a

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A. Diversion B. Waiver C. Transfer D. Separation

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A) preemptive strikes B) the death penalty for juvenile offenders C) the practice of hanging D) prosecutorial arbitrariness

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Based on the information provided, what crime could the officer charge Stephan and Tito with?

a. disorderly conduct b. loitering c. vagrancy d. public intoxication

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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