Which statement best supports the chivalry hypothesis?

a. Females become more violent later in life because they are repressed throughout childhood and adolescence.
b. Males are more likely to be the violent offenders because they are socialized to use power and violence in certain situations.
c. Males are more likely to be the leaders of criminal groups and often initiate women into crime.
d. Female delinquents are treated more leniently by the police, which may insulate them from future offending.


d. Female delinquents are treated more leniently by the police, which may insulate them from future offending.

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The crime in which an impostor obtains key pieces of information, such as Social Security and driver's license numbers, to obtain credit, merchandise, and services in the name of the victimis called:

a. Identity theft. b. Larceny. c. Robbery. d. Burglary.

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This group of people, are also known as the "guest workers" because they play a significant role in our economy?

A. Prisoners B. Immigrants C. Law enforcement personnel D. None of the above

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Define and describe the different types of bullying.

What will be an ideal response?

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Between 1993 and 2000, convictions for sex offenses increased by %.

a. 50 b. 150 c. 300 d. 400

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