What reason for wrongful convictions plays a role in 72% of the DNA exonerations to date?

a. mistaken eyewitness identifications c. improper forensic evidence
b. false confessions d. unreliable informants


A

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In cases where judges can use their own discretion in sentencing, presentence reports ______.

A. are thrown out because strict codes must be followed B. provide recommendations followed nearly half of the time C. are seldom considered unless it is a very unique case D. carry a great deal of weight in the judge's decision

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A researcher has decided upon an ? level of ? = .01. Based on this, what is the chance that the confidence level the researcher calculates will include the true population parameter?

A. 1% B. 95% C. 5% D. 99%

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Advertising and selling of an à la carte restaurant are easier than for a banquet house.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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_____ theories consider delinquent behavior to be a result of economic deprivation

a. Social process b. Critical c. Social structure d. Status

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