Which of the following statements is true about self-report crime surveys?

A. They omit questions about less serious offenses, such as cutting classes.
B. They ask questions about serious crimes such as robbery and burglary.
C. They ask selected subjects whether they have committed crimes.
D. They are an accurate measure of the true amount of crime.


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. Title I b. Title II c. Title III d. Title IV

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a. True b. False

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What will be an ideal response?

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