Which of the following defensive measures against crime was chosen by the largest percentage of Americans in 2007?

A. keeping a dog for protection
B. avoiding going to certain places or neighborhoods that they might otherwise have wanted to go to
C. buying a gun for self-protection or home protection
D. having a burglar alarm installed in their home


Answer: B

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