Which of the Following Is NOT an Accurate Description of Changes

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an accurate description of changes in rates of crime in the United States over the past 30 years?

• A) Overall rates of homicide,theft,and burglary have dropped by half.
• B) Crimes against men have decreased.
• C) Crimes against women have decreased.
• D) There have been substantial documented changes in rates of crime.

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