Which of the Following Would Be Consistent with the Ferguson

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be consistent with the Ferguson effect?

• A) A decline in homicide rates
• B) An increase in homicide rates
• C) A decrease in the prison population
• D) An increase in the prison population
• E) Stronger ties between the community and local law enforcement

---

Definitions:

Prospects For The Future

Speculations or expectations about what may happen or be achieved in the time to come.

Marginal Situation

A scenario where an individual or group is at the brink of significant change, often on the verge of either improvement or deterioration.

Basic Assumption

An underlying, taken-for-granted belief or principle that is not questioned or critically examined.

Berger

Peter L. Berger is a sociologist known for his work in the sociology of knowledge, understanding how societal beliefs and values are shaped and maintained.