The "Telescoping" Effect on Surveys Such as the National Crime

question 48

Multiple Choice

The "telescoping" effect on surveys such as the National Crime Victimization Survey refers to the tendency to ______.

• A) clump multiple crimes together
• B) ignore particular crime types and highlight others
• C) incorrectly perceive the timeline of past events
• D) highlight particular types of offenders and ignore others

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Definitions:

Negative Emotions

Feelings or emotions that lead to unpleasant experiences, such as sadness, anger, and fear.

Peer Approval

The positive acceptance or endorsement by one's social group or peers, often serving as a significant motivator for behavior.

Short-Term Mating

A mating strategy focused on seeking partners for brief romantic or sexual encounters rather than long-term committed relationships.

STDs

Sexually Transmitted Diseases; infections transmitted through sexual contact caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites.