Which of the following statements about female criminality is not true?

a. In general, men commit far more crimes than women.
b. When women commit crimes, they are more likely to act as followers rather than leaders.
c. The proportion of homicides committed by men versus women has remained fairly constant over time.
d. Women are far more likely to murder each other than are men.


Answer: D

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