Which of the following is not true regarding the media construction of crime?
a. The media construction of crime will define what are thought to be the causes of crime.
b. The media construction of crime will define what acts are regarded as criminal.
c. The media construction of crime will reduce the seriousness of the crime.
d. The media construction of crime will identify what policies of crime control should be adopted.
Ans: C
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