When Comparing Self-Report Surveys to the UCR and NCVS

question 57

Multiple Choice

When comparing self-report surveys to the UCR and NCVS,

• A)there is less crime occurring than reported
• B)the measures demonstrate a similar amount of crime occurring
• C)the crime problem is greater than UCR and NCVS report
• D)there is a reduction in self-reported crime,but an increase in reported crimes

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