In Which of the Following Studies Do Researchers Look for Negative

question 1

Multiple Choice

In which of the following studies do researchers look for negative associations between crime rates and punishment levels that can be interpreted as having a deterrent effect?

• A) Interrupted time-series studies
• B) Ecological studies
• C) Perceptual studies
• D) Socioeconomic studies

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