The crime of snatching a purse containing $399 from the victim’s hand while brandishing a knife at the victim is:

a. grand theft.
b. petty theft.
c. robbery.
d. strong-arm robbery.


c. robbery.

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All of the following types of cases would most likely be heard in federal court EXCEPT ______.

a. a criminal case involving drug trafficking b. a civil case involving counterfeiting c. a criminal homicide case d. a civil case between two states

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Research on white, male police officers indicates that they face a double burden of both racism and sexism

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Survey data derived from all age, race, gender, and income characteristics measured simultaneously is referred to as a cross-sectional study

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Large families may suffer from _______________________ when resources are spread too thin

a. Paternalism c. resource dilution b. economic distress d. resource competition

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