The decision to label offenses as felonies, misdemeanors, or summary offenses is driven by ______.

a. logic
b. politics
c. the police
d. the U.S. Constitution


b. politics

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The amplification of DNA using the Thermal Cycler takes approximately:

a. 30 cycles. b. Four cycles. c. Two hours. d. Two minutes.

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Alexander Maconochie and his efforts at Norfolk Island and Walter Crofton's Irish system influenced the establishment of parole in the United States

a. True b. False

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

The two main theories of Egoism are psychological and sociological.

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Beth was a victim of childhood physical and sexual abuse. She is now 40 years old and is a well-respected journalist who works for a nationally known magazine. She also travels around the country speaking to crime victims. According to the social ecology theory of victimization, at what time of the day were the abusive attacks on Beth more likely to take place?

A. From 8 A.M to 10 A.M. B. From 12 P.M. to 2 P.M. C. From 3 P.M. to 6 P.M. D. From 10 P.M. to 12 P.M.

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