One study that tested anomie theory found that income-generating crime and drug use were related to the central variable in classic strain theory, which was:

a. dissatisfaction with monetary status.
b. unemployment.
c. educational attainment.
d. gender.


Answer: a

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A. DNA effect. B. CSI effect. C. science effect. D. BSU effect.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In some cases, ____________, alone is the key element in a crime

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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During this step of the Reid Nine-Step Technique, the suspect reduces verbal resistance with body language that can include tears, looking on the floor, or covering one's face:

a. Attention b. Excuses c. Submission d. Theme development

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