Which socialization characteristic is common in girls and may result in the lower crime rate associated with that gender?
a. the physical weakness of girls
b. the emotional instability of girls
c. higher scores on visual-spatial tests for girls
d. superior verbal ability of girls
Answer: d. superior verbal ability of girls
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a. Tranquilizers b. Alcohol c. Barbiturates d. Amphetamines
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A) justification. B) subjugation of defendants? rights. C) racial profiling. D) theory of liability.
Lower courts that have jurisdiction over one specific area of criminal activity, such as illegal drugs or domestic violence are called
A. problem-solving courts. B. magistrate courts. C. superior courts. D. trial courts.
If the jury is deadlocked, the trial judge can urge the jury to make further attempts to arrive at a verdict by giving a supplemental instruction known as a(an) ________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.