In the summer of 2010, a deep-water oil rig suffered a major malfunction and began to spew thousands of gallons of oil into the Gulf of Mexico. The oil spill devastated the gulf's economy, killing wildlife, covering beaches with oil and sludge, and making fishing in the waters hazardous. Investigators discovered that there was possible negligence on behalf of the oil company that owned the rig. What type of crime was this? As a sociologist, what kind of policy changes (at the micro, meso, and macro levels) would you suggest in order to prevent this crime from happening again? Which sociological theories support your suggestions?
What will be an ideal response?
Varies
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A. one-tenth B. one-fifth C. one-half D. almost everyone
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. "Moderate" or the political "middle" b. "Liberal" or the political left c. "Conservative," or the political "right" d. Having no political opinion at all
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A. Kings County, NY B. New York County, NY C. Baltimore City, MD D. St. Louis City, MO