Identify three motives for arson.

What will be an ideal response?


Answer includes three of the following: excitement, vandalism, profit, extremist behaviors to cover up a crime, and revenge.

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Thought disorders are characterized by disordered thinking and/or a general disconnect from reality

a. True b. False

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Which of the following best expresses institutional anomie?

a. Crime results from a conflict between the wealthy and the poor. b. Crime results when institutions such as schools break down. c. Crime results from cultural values, such as an exaggerated emphasis on wealth. d. Crime results when societal indicators, such as the Misery Index, begin to drop.

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Which one of the following is not a minimum standard to be permanently licensed as a peace officer in Texas?

a. Be of good moral character b. Be a Texas resident for one year c. Pass an interview with the employing agency d. Be a high school graduate or the equivalent e. Be a U.S. citizen

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In the most recent National Youth Gang Survey (NYGS) covering the period 2002-2007, more than half of the jurisdictions did not report a single gang-related homicide

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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