Social disorganization theory predicts that crime will happen in neighborhoods that have (1)

concentrated disadvantage, (2) residential instability, and (3) ethnic heterogeneity.

A group of
criminologists are going to use this theory as a framework for their research. Their hypothesis is that
there is a relationship between poverty and crime rates. What research philosophy are the
criminologists using?
a) Inductive
b) Deductive
c) Participatory action research
d) Empirical


b

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)

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When a client comes to you with a problem, ______

A. You must solve it for them B. Listen, and then advise the best solutions for the client C. Listen, provide resources and help the client arrive at a solution D. The client must demonstrate that he or she can solve it

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Which is assessed first in a suicide assessment?

a. means b. ideation c. plan d. mental illness

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A. set B. environment C. interaction D. contact E. setting

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