Match the term or concept with the correct description

1. boosters a. the receiving of stolen goods
2. fencing b. stealing a car for short-term fun
3. fraud c. getting a very large dog
4. identity theft d. a growing problem and involves such offenses as hacking and phishing
5. joyriding e. a term for shoplifters
6. target hardening f. individuals who let burglars know of safe, attractive targets
7. tax fraud g. intentional failure to pay all taxes owed
8. computer crime h. involves “obtaining money or property by false pretenses”
9. insurance fraud i. one type involves arson to collect fire insurance
10. tipsters j. involves acquiring someone else’s credit card number, Social Security number, or other information that is then used for illegal gain


1. *e
2. *a
3. * h
4. * j
5. * b
6. *c
7. *g
8. *d
9. *i
10. *f

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