One Hypothesis to Explain the Relationship Between Gangs and Crime

question 10

Multiple Choice

One hypothesis to explain the relationship between gangs and crime is the facilitation model, which posits that:

• A)gang membership promotes drug involvement, which in turn facilitates violence.
• B)gangs attract members who are already delinquent or criminally involved, and their antisocial behaviors facilitate their acceptance into the gang.
• C)gangs attract those who are already delinquent or criminally involved, and membership further facilitates their preexisting antisocial behavior.
• D)gang membership promotes a way of life that promotes social stability.

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