What interesting data concerning school location were revealed in a study by the U.S. Department of Education?

a. Schools in central cities are less likely to experience serous violent crime.
b. Efforts to prevent or reduce violence are unfortunately being implemented in only 38% of public schools.
c. Serious violent crimes were more likely to occur in small rural schools.
d. Higher percentages of middle and high schools experienced serious violent crime than did elementary schools.


D

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