Which of the following is NOT an example of an urban myth told about gangs?

a. They mimic or imitate the signs and symbols of larger gangs to seem more menacing.
b. They randomly select victims for their violent acts.
c. They engage in strange initiation rituals.
d. Adult gang members act like pedophiles to stealthily recruit new members.


a. They mimic or imitate the signs and symbols of larger gangs to seem more menacing.

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It appears that workplace injuries and deaths are ________

a. Rising. b. Declining. c. Remaining the same. d. Increasing dramatically. e. None of the above.

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One of the most important reasons that the Auburn system was favored over the Pennsylvania system was because the Auburn system:

A. focused on solitary confinement. B. was able to turn a profit through convict labor. C. focused on reform and rehabilitation. D. used corporal punishment.

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____________________ criminology maintains that human behavior is controlled by physical, mental, and social factors

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In England, the _____is(are) in charge of criminal prosecutions of juveniles and adults

a. prosecutor b. judge c. Crown's Prosecution Service d. police

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