People are more likely to report crime when they believe that something can be done about it (e.g., apprehension of the perpetrator or retrieval of their property)

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


True

Sociology

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During the Rodney King trial, the people of Los Angeles were at a heightened state of stress and frustration, especially the African American population

When the police officers accused of brutality against King were found not guilty, the city erupted into a full-scale riot. The not guilty verdict would qualify as being a(n) ________. A) background condition B) precipitating event C) ultimate cause D) environmental stimulus

Sociology

Serial murder is the killing of four or more people at one time and in one place by the same person

a. true b. false

Sociology

Cox and Demmitt believe that the best way to teach young people responsible sexual behavior is to:

a. provide them with good information. b. encourage them to "just say no." c. limit contact with members of the opposite sex. d. return to the values of the 1950s.

Sociology

Based on demographic characteristics, which of the following individuals is most likely to live in poverty?

A. Blanche, an 80-year-old widowed Black woman B. David, a 78-year-old married Hispanic man C. Betty, a 65-year-old married White woman D. Karl, an 82-year-old divorced White man

Sociology