Which of the following represent reliability or validity concerns when a researcher uses agency records?
a. the number of general clerical staff since too few is not good
b. changes in the operational definitions the agencies use to specify key terms
c. maintaining consistent procedures the agency uses to collect the data over time
d. agency records are generalizable to similar agencies
b
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a. Anomie b. Social dislocation c. Social disorganization d. Multiple marginality
Paul Thayer used his position on corporate boards to get insider ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Teen courts have been both popular and successful
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Jail inmates may have only noncontact visits. What type of visitor is the exception?
a. parent b. close friend c. attorney d. spouse