In which of the following analyses is content analysis least likely to be used?

a. coverage of proposed crime legislation in your state House of Representatives
b. the number of references to crime in rap music
c. the number of murder convictions in Michigan during 2009
d. the frequency of "get tough on crime" as a theme for political speeches


c

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A needs assessment attempts to discover

A) The demographics of a population in order to decide if a program is necessary B) Whether a population actually needs to have a particular program C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B

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Which of the following is not a criticism of just deserts theory?

a. It lacks any principle that determines a properly commensurate sentence b. It fails to account for the problem of just deserts in an unjust world c. It fails to take account of the fact that there are multiple discretions involved in the sentencing power d. It provides closure to victims

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Which of the following is not an ethical issue arising from privatization of prisons?

a. Will the state receive the benefits for which it paid when retaining a private correctional company? b. How will private prisons deal with the issue of use of deadly force? c. Is it appropriate for anyone but the state to meet out punishment? d. Will private prisons increase the demand for a constant flow of inmates?

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Currently, about one in five officers is a racial or ethnic minority group member

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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