Reductionism is an error in reasoning that occurs when incorrect conclusions about group-level processes are based on individual level data.

A) TRUE
B) FALSE


A) TRUE

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In which of the following cases did the Court rule for the appointment of counsel in state felony cases, thereby overruling Betts v. Brady?

a. Powell v. Alabama c. Scott v. Illinois b. Chandler v. Fretag d. Gideon v. Wainwright

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Fraud is defined as the "making, altering, uttering or possessing, with intent to defraud, anything false which is made to appear true." 2. Burglars are distinctive from most professional criminals for their willingness to use force. 3. The vast majority of arsons are committed by professional arsonists. 4. Professional criminals are usually drug addicts. 5. Professional pickpockets are also known as "boosters."

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A set of statements explaining a phenomenon is also known as a(n) ______.

a. observation b. hypotheses c. theory d. generalization

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You arrest a person who is in possession of a criminal instrument with intent to use that device in the commission of an offense. What level of charge will the person receive?

a. State jail felony b. Class A misdemeanor c. Third degree felony d. One category lower than the intended offense

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