How does gangsta rap influence delinquents?

What will be an ideal response?


The answer should include the following points:
• A form of hip-hop music
• Pioneered by Ice-T and other rappers
• Devalues human life, family, religious institutions, schools, and the justice system
• Portrays the lifestyles of inner-city gang members
• Lyrics relate stories of violence
• Guns depicted as means for attaining manhood and status

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According to the text, which of the following is true of the role played by corporate boards in self-regulation?

a. It is increasing b. It is decreasing c. It is limited and often interferes with middle management's responsibilities d. It is supposed to be an active one, but is often unsatisfactory

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Identify the prosecution method in which each deputy prosecutor is assigned to perform one specific function, as cases are processed through the courts

A) Vertical prosecution B) Lateral prosecution C) Traditional prosecution D) Precedent prosecution

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Which of the following contributes to correctional facilities' inability to attract medical specialists?

A. laws against providing medical care to prisoners B. remote locations C. special licensing requirements D. unique and relatively understudied illnesses in prison

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Because DNA is composed of alternating sugar and phosphate molecules, DNA is known as a double helix

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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