Elias (1994) has argued that the media ______ the situation of crime victims by distorting the causes and impact of victimization.

a. denies
b. perpetuates
c. misrepresents
d. allows


c. misrepresents

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Match each term with its definition.

A. legal recognition that grants same-sex couples rights similar to the marriage rights available to heterosexual couples B. invalid from its inception C. related by blood D. a same-sex relationship committed to live together and support each other in a mutually exclusive partnership E. related by marriage F. the U.S. Supreme Court struck down many of these provisions as unconstitutional G. the spouse in a second marriage where the first marriage has not been legally dissolved H. having multiple spouses I. valid marriage based on intent rather than a state license J. acquiring adulthood by operation of law

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What is a Statutory Law?

What will be an ideal response?

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Are neglected and dependent children more likely to become delinquent juveniles? Why would this be so? Can this be prevented?

What will be an ideal response?

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A person must leave the store without paying for goods before a theft occurs

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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