What did Andre-Michel Guerry ultimately conclude from his report examining the first modern national crime statistics?

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Opportunity was the primary cause of property crime; more to steal from wealthier areas, and poor individuals use opportunities to steal goods and currency.

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Briefly trace the history of juvenile corrections in the United States

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Motivation of an individual depends on the individual's values, personality, needs, and abilities

a. True b. False

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Discuss the ex post facto law prohibition and how it applies to criminal cases in today's courts. Additionally, give examples of cases where ex post facto has been a factor

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Which of the following statements best describes the election of Black representatives to the U.S. House of Representatives in the last 20 years?

A. The number of Black representatives in Congress has increased every year since 1985. B. The number of Black representatives in Congress increased steadily from 1985 through 1993, but leveled off in the mid-1990s. C. The number of Black representatives in Congress increased steadily from 1985 through 1995, but decreased dramatically after 1997. D. The number of Black representatives in Congress has remained relatively stable since 1985.

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