Which of the Following Statements Pertaining to the Influence of Media

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements pertaining to the influence of media on public policy in the criminal justice system is true?

• A)The public's concern cannot be inflamed by inaccurate data
• B)The public's perception of rising crime rates can contribute to a lack of faith in the system
• C)Politicians do not typically respond to the public's fears regarding crime
• D)Agents of criminal justice tend to decrease patrols and not pass tough legislation

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Definitions:

Deviant Subcultures

Groups that develop norms and values that significantly deviate from the mainstream society's expectations.

Acceptance

The action or process of being received as adequate or suitable, typically to be included in a group or to recognize the reality of a situation without attempting to change it.

Stigmatized

Describes individuals, groups, or conditions that are negatively stereotyped, leading to prejudice and discrimination against them.

Deterrence Hypothesis

The theory suggesting that the threat of punishment or negative consequences serves to prevent or reduce the likelihood of unwanted behaviors.