An example of an unintended consequence of a social policy is

a. illegal sale of methadone to street addicts.
b. reduction in poverty among seniors due to Social Security.
c. reduction in crime due to tougher sentencing guidelines.
d. improvement in infant's health due to WIC.


Answer: a

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a. the cost of each case, such as an interview, is low. b. a researcher is forced to use one of the nonprobability samples. c. the population is homogeneous on the variables being studied. d. the cost of each additional case is expensive.

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The advantage of the A-B-A-C-A design over the A-B-A-C is the third baseline allows

comparison of the relative effects of the B and C phases. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The principle goal of family preservation programs is to ______ out-of-home placement

a. Facilitate b. Prevent c. Promote d. Support

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The common ground between responsibility and competence is

a. a pledge of confidentiality b. a professional development plan c. an ethical decision-making model d. the commitment to serve the client

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