In the large majority of cases, Wright and Decker report the decision to commit a burglary is based on

a. no one reason: 95 out 102 offenders report multitude of reasons.
b. three equal reasons: cash, status, getting even.
c. offenders perceive a pressing need for cash.
d. offenders are seeking status image of the "big wheel.".


C

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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