Which of the following approaches to sentencing represents an effort to reduce sentencing disparities?
a. consecutive sentencing
b. indeterminate sentencing
c. sentencing guidelines
d. None of these
Answer: C
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A.weak B. moderate C. strong D. very strong
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A. department problems. B. family breakdowns. C. hostility from citizens. D. social changes.