Which of the following is true concerning the general fear of crime in American society?

A. Fear of punishment limits what perpetrators can do.
B. Fear creates healthy anxieties that keeps one safe.
C. Most Americans reject living in fear as a part of their daily life.
D. Television has desensitized Americans to the risks of crime.
E. Fear of crime is pervasive and costly.


Answer: E

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