Which has not been suggested as an explanation for the rise in youth crime?

A. An increase in youth gangs
B. Recruitment of juveniles into the drug trade
C. Entertainment technology, such as violent video games
D. Explicit and violent popular music
E. Increased prosperity creating more targets of crime


Answer: E

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