Regarding Statistics on the Aggressiveness of the Culture in the United

question 140

Multiple Choice

Regarding statistics on the aggressiveness of the culture in the United States, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Approximately 70 percent of the U.S.population own at least one firearm.
• B) In 2011, a violent crime occurred every 26 seconds in the United States.
• C) The violent crime rate has declined by over 15 percent in the last decade in the U.S.
• D) Today's children and adolescents spend an average of 50 hours a week exploring various media, witnessing a strong dose of violence along the way.

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