According to Michelle Alexander, there can be a large gap between the general perception of drug users and distributors and the reality of their demographics. Which of the following statements reflects a quantifiable difference between general perception and reality?
A. White youth use significantly more marijuana than black youth, especially those from ages 18-22.
B. White youth are the most likely of any racial or ethnic group to be guilty of illegal drug possession and sales.
C. White individuals represent more than half of those incarcerated for drug crimes committed in urban areas.
D. White individuals frequently travel to minority neighborhoods to purchase illegal substances.
B. White youth are the most likely of any racial or ethnic group to be guilty of illegal drug possession and sales.
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A. the rise of the Internet as a form of information transmission B. the increase in cable TV subscription costs C. the decline of newspapers as a news medium D. the proliferation of news media agencies
Primary elections in Texas are
a. technically closed but open in practice. b. technically open but closed in practice. c. held only by the Democratic party. d. held only by the Republican party. e. often called a "blanket primary"
James Madison’s famous argument on behalf of the extensive republic appears in which work?
a. The Declaration of Independence b. The Articles of Confederation c. The Federalist d. Second Treatise on Civil Government
Prior to the election of George W. Bush to the presidency, when was the last time a Texas governor had gone on to higher elected office?
A. 1992 B. 1962 C. 1977 D. 1941