The huge number of _____ in the United States is an important reason for our high number of homicides

a. Minorities
b. Elderly
c. Handguns
d. Knives


Answer: c

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Diversion attempts to keep offenders from the negative effects of _______, while at the same time providing rehabilitation programs in the community that address challenges the offender may face.

A. embarrassment B. interrogation C. incarceration D. social shunning

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Which of the following is not a risk factor of recurring victimization?

A. being young B. being employed C. having low socioeconomic status D. being female

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In United States v. Jacobsen (1984), the Supreme Court held that the Fourth Amendment "is ______________ to a search or seizure … effected by a private individual not acting as an agent of the Government or with the participation or knowledge of any government official."

a. wholly inapplicable b. wholly applicable c. partially applicable d. None of these

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