Some Nations Have Relatively High Violence Rates

question 52

Multiple Choice

Some nations have relatively high violence rates.Which of the following national characteristics does not predict violence?

• A)robust economy
• B)a high level of social disorganization
• C)high child abuse rates
• D)political corruption

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