There are three separate yet overlapping branches within the social structure perspective-social disorganization theory, strain theory, and cultural deviance theory. Briefly discuss the main focuses of each of these theories.

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According to Samuel Walker, what percentage of cases brought to the courts are rejected during the pretrial period

A) 90 B) 10 C) 50 D) 30

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______ seeks to explain the likelihood that a person will come to see an act of crime as an action alternative--that is, as possible--and choose to carry out such an act.

A. deterrence theory B. crime science C. rational choice theory D. situational action theory

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Since cocaine popularity declined in the 1990's, what drug reemerged as a major drug of abuse since the 1990s?

a. codeine
b. heroin
c. alcohol
d. methamphetamines

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If the proceedings went to trial, who would conduct the trial?

A. the House of Representatives B. the Senate C. the Supreme Court D. the judicial commission

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