A killing of a police officer, more than one victim, murder for hire, and killing during a prison escape are all examples of what?

a. mitigating factors
b. practical considerations
c. first-degree murder
d. aggravating factors


d. aggravating factors

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Which of the following is NOT one of the six categories of children in the juvenile justice system?

a. Delinquent children b. Uncontrollable children c. Abused children d. Dependent children

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What is the main difference between delegation and empowerment?

a. Without delegation an organization can't function, while without empowerment an organization can function—but not very well. b. There is little to no difference between delegation and empowerment within police organizations. c. Empowerment is the "little brother" to delegation. d. Delegation is empowerment.

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The general population has a victimization rate of 20 per 1,000. People with disabilities have a crime rate of:

a. 20 per 1,000 b. 40 per 1,000 c. 75 per 1,000 d. 100 per 1,000

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The intention behind the sign is to announce to the community at large that there will be a stiff penalty to pay for violating the rule. The belief is that drivers who risk a small fine by parking illegally elsewhere, such as against the curb, will not risk the large fine for parking illegally in the handicap spaces. This point of view is known as:

a. general deterrence. b. specific deterrence. c. expiation. d. incapacitation.

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