The situational explanation thesis argues that poverty can be explained by the social conditions of the poor, particularly the differences in

a. innate drive to succeed.
b. financial resources that determine individual behavior.
c. the geographic location where the poor reside.
d. how much government assistance is available.


b. financial resources that determine individual behavior.

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a. mesomorph. b. ectomorph. c. endomorph. d. anamorph.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Presentence investigation reports may include a victim impact statement

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Lombroso and his followers identified the physical characteristics associated with all criminals, not particular types of criminals

a. TRUE b. FALSE

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