In what decade did a shift to objective actuarial methods based on known risk factors to predict treatment needs occur?

A. 1950s
B. 1960s
C. 1970s
D. 1980s


C. 1970s

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In _____, defendants arrange some kind of deal for a reduced charge or sentence before pleading guilty

a. Negotiated pleas c. Straight pleas b. Direct pleas d. General pleas

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The primary goal of the __________ program is to provide a positive alternative to gangs for at-risk youth

a. Comprehensive Strategy b. PDHDCN c. JUMP d. Targeted Outreach

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The consultation strategy serves four functions. Which of the following is NOT one of these four functions?

A. providing a forum for citizens to express their problems and needs B. allowing police to educate citizens about crime and disorder C. allowing police to discuss current growth trends and anticipated needs D. allowing citizens to express complaints involving the police

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A Cramer’s V of .90 would be indicative of what type of relationship?

A. strong statistical significance B. a perfect positive relationship C. a strong relationship D. a weak relationship

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