The US saw a sharp rise in homicides in the 1990s

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: False

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In a community policing environment, emphasis is placed on:

a. decentralization. b. a recognition that crime control is only one function of the police. c. a closer relationship between the police and the public. d. problem-solving. e. all of the above.

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What has led to the increase in allegations of judicial misconduct in the early 1990s?

a. Increased media attention b. New laws c. Development of formal commissions d. None of the above

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A parent of a child has all of the following rights and duties except...?

a. A right to inherit or receive funds through the child and a duty to disburse the funds after the child has turned 18 years of age. b. The right to have physical possession, to direct the moral and religious training, and to designate the residence of the child. c. The duty of care, control, protection, and reasonable discipline of the child. d. The duty to support the child, including providing the child with clothing, food, shelter, medical and dental care, and education. e. A parent has the right and duties of all of the above.

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Eighty percent of family violence can be effectively handled by

a. talking about a problem. b. getting a family priest, pastor, or rabbi. c. listening. d. using effective body language.

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