When an ex-convict returns to a life of crime, this is known as ______.

a. rehabilitation
b. back-sliding
c. specialization
d. recidivism


d. recidivism

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Why is the democratic playing field uneven?

A) Some groups are rich and well-connected. B) The relatively frequent use of violence by some groups can intimidate others. C) Some groups give substantial amounts of money directly to the citizenry. D) There are more working class and poor people and they regularly organize themselves to get a larger piece of the pie.

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In a multiple-baseline study of the effects of reinforcement on social behaviors Dr. Stern studies three behaviors in one child:

talking to other children, frequency of playing with others, initiating contact with children her own age. What is wrong with these choices of target behavior? a. reinforcing one behavior could easily influence the occurrence of the others b. children are naturally sociable; such behavior cannot be reinforced c. the playground is not a suitable site for research d. it is not possible to operationally define these behaviors

Political Science

When referencing a journal article, the issue number should be provided

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Political Science

Which of the following has been used by the U.S. Congress to criminalize the production and use of medical marijuana even in states where the growing and use of homegrown marijuana for medical purposes was legal?

a. The commerce clause b. The elastic clause c. The supremacy clause d. The necessary and proper clause

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