Many experts claim that fingerprint identification is flawless. However, it is humans that input and analyze the information, and humans make mistakes. In 1995, 156 fingerprint examiners were given a test. One in five examiners made at least one "___________________________" identification

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


false positive

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Who is the chief law enforcement authority of a community?

A. the most senior justice of that community B. the chief of police C. the district attorney D. the county sheriff

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Which of the following is not involved in spontaneous heating and ignition?

A. Fermentation B. Oxidation C. Chemical action D. Matches

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Jane and her family moved to a new apartment in a high-crime neighborhood. The community has higher high school drop-out rates, vast unemployment, and many single-parent families. Jane starts committing even more crime. What theory would best explain Jane's criminal behavior?

a. strain theory b. social disorganization theory c. learning theory d. control theory

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Under the New Professionalism for police organizations, a commitment to accountability means having an obligation to account for police actions to civilian review boards, city councils and county commissioners, state legislatures, and courts

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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