Which of the following behaviors are criminal only when committed by a child or youth?

a. Shoplifting a candy bar
b. Drinking alcohol
c. Speeding
d. Joyriding


Answer: b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Joseph is interested in child pornography and often searches the Internet for pictures of children engaged in sexual activity

One evening, Joseph downloads a piece of "virtual child pornography," which is completely computer generated and does not involve the use of child actors. Has Joseph committed a crime? Why or why not? What if the video involved 18-year-old actors who physically appeared to be only 14 years old?

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During what decade did the foot patrol return to policing?

a. 1960s c. 1980s b. 1970s d. 1990s

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An ethical system which bases ethics largely upon one's character and possession of certain valued qualities is:

a. ethics of care b. ethics of virtue c. ethical formalism d. enlightened egoism

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