Name one advantage and one disadvantage of the National Crime Victimization Survey.

What will be an ideal response?


Advantages include both reported and unreported crimes, include variations in
crimes, short recall period of 6 months, and two-stage process that allows for more
accurate estimates. Disadvantages include memory problems, people can lie, and no
one under the age of 12 and don’t include “victimless” crimes or murder and crimes
against commercial establishments.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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