A variable has measurement validity when

A) It can be reproduced
B) It measures what we think it does
C) It covers the full range of the concept’s meaning
D) An inspection of the items used to measure it makes sense


B) It measures what we think it does

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Explain the difference between the bourgeoisie and proletariat and how some believe it contributes to crime. Give your opinion on whether or not you think this theory holds true

What will be an ideal response?

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In their examination of prison victimizations, Wolff and Shi found that __ of inmates reported they had been physically assaulted, and _____reported having been sexually assaulted

a. 58% / 76% b. 32% / 3% c. 12% / 56% d. 87% / 25%

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Home confinement programs did not gain wide popularity until ________ became widespread during the 1980s.

A. restoration B. structured fines C. electronic monitoring equipment D. rehabilitation

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A neighborhood canvass should be conducted:

A) Only after all physical evidence has been collected B) During the early phases of an investigation C) Only when requested by the medical examiner D) At the conclusion of the investigation

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