In the absence of a properly executed ________, a surviving spouse can legally claim a portion of the deceased spouse's estate.

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


premarital agreement

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______ policing refers to the strategy of using data, analysis, and criminal theory to guide police allocation and decision making.

A. Reactive B. Zero tolerance C. Intelligence-led D. none of these

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______ problem refers to the universal fact that women are far less likely than men to involve themselves in criminal activity.

A. Emancipation B. Gender ratio C. Gender inequality D. Generalizability

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The New Terrorism is characterized by which of the following?

a. loose, cell-based networks with minimal lines of command and control b. politically vague, religious, or mystical motivations c. skillful use of the Internet and manipulation of the media d. all of these

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Under what doctrine can liability be imposed upon an employer for certain illegal acts committed by employees during the course and scope of their employment?

A. mens rea B. strict liability C. specific intent D. vicarious liability

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