List the assumptions of Marxist and conflict theories. Provide questions this type of research might ask.
What will be an ideal response?
Assumptions include conflict exists (especially in a capitalist society), conflict arises from power differentials in society, laws are administered to some and not others
Why are certain groups more likely to be considered deviant?
Why are some actions, which many might consider harmful, not considered deviant or criminal?
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Sources of information in an investigation include all but which of the following?
A) the investigator's intuition B) records and informants C) victims and witnesses D) physical evidence E) All of the above are sources of information.
What is the percentage of evidence evaluated in the crime lab that is drug related?
a. 25 percent b. 75 percent c. 60 percent d. 35 percent
GIS technology is used to:
a. map crime to identify "hot spots.". b. test whether suspects are telling the truth. c. reduce the likelihood of injury from weapons. d. limit the number of lawsuits brought against the police. e. sort and prioritize incoming 911 calls.
________ includes criminal offenses committed through the use of altered genetic material.
A) WMD B) Biometrics C) Biocrime D) Terrorist crime