Wright and Decker found that most armed robberies are motivated by a pressing need for ______.

A. excitement
B. power
C. cash
D. control


Answer: C

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a. a full view of the entire courtroom. b. the officer to get the upper hand of the defense lawyer. c. the officer to be extremely uncomfortable. d. all of the above.

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