Which of the following is a recognized critique of the UCR?

a. It overemphasizes white-collar offenses such as insider trading.
b. The FBI lacks the resources to compile and distribute the data.
c. It seriously underestimates the number of crimes committed each year.
d. It is biased against the upper-middle class.


Answer: c

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