Research that does not set out to test a theory or explore a new area of research but proposes to simply report characteristics or aspects of a given phenomenon is referred to as what type of research?

A. evaluation research
B. descriptive research
C. expositional research
D. neo-investigative research


B. descriptive research

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The guidelines to traditional interviewing involve questions that:

a. are meant to be abrasive. c. are behavioral in nature. b. use the five W's and How. d. include memory jogging.

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A courtroom defense strategy where the accused admits to the conduct charged but seeks conviction of a lesser charge is known as ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Psychological theories suggest that normality is defined by a small group of individuals wielding political power

a. True b. False

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Identify a true statement about violent offenses.

A. They are often called status offenses and are always considered serious. B. They do not always result in someone being physically injured. C. Kidnapping and arson are rarely, if ever, included in the list of violent offenses. D. A threat of bodily injury is not enough to classify as a violent offense.

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