Levitt's analysis reveals that the top two reasons given in the 10 largest circulation U.S. newspapers (e.g., the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today) for the dramatic fall in during the 1990s were "__________" and "__________."

a. innovative policing strategies / increased reliance on prisons
b. aging of the population / changes in the crack cocaine market
c. strong economy / tougher gun control
d. strong economy / aging of the population
e. aging of the population / tougher gun control


a

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A) If a contract is executed in a state other than the one in which it was drawn up, the couple will have legal problems enforcing a prenup. B) People are likely to change over time and the prenups may not reflect the attitude and behaviors of the persons involved. C) If one partner has considerable assets, a prenup will help make the divorce less complicated. D) Because men usually are the ones who suffer financially after a divorce, a contract gives them some legal protection.

Sociology

Andrew meets his girlfriend in an airport terminal coffee shop after being apart for the past 3 months. They will most likely communicate within ______.

A. culturally sensitive distance B. public distance C. intimate distance D. personal distance

Sociology

Which social force refers to the incorporation of production technology into market driving economies?

a. Political revolution b. The rise of capitalism and the industrial revolution c. The rise of socialism d. Colonialism

Sociology