______ refers to preconceived notions based on prior encounters, word of mouth/rumor/gossip, and information provided by the media.

a. Racism
b. Prejudice
c. Discrimination
d. Stereotypes


d. Stereotypes

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The ______ vision also believes that human nature is perfectible, a view scoffed at by those who profess the opposing view.

A. classical vision B. constrained vision C. phrenological vision D. unconstrained vision

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Many drug experts who think legalization goes too far, and even those who favor some form of it think our nation should adopt _____ policy regarding illegal drug use and drug offenders

a. a prisonization b. a safety failure c. an eradication d. a harm reduction

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Which of the following is false regarding restorative justice programs?

a. Crime is an offense against human relationships b. Victims and the community are central to justice processes. c. The offender will develop improved competency and understanding as a result of the restorative justice experience. d. Stakeholders have no place in the restorative process.

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Who is generally in charge of a platoon?

a. captain b. lieutenant c. inspector d. detective

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