Which One of the Following Is a Characteristic of Robberies

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is a characteristic of robberies?

• A)They are committed by acquaintances rather than by strangers.
• B)The offender lives within a few miles (5 or 10) of the robbery.
• C)Youths committing them tend to operate as individuals and to use strong-arm tactics more frequently than do adults.
• D)Middle-aged and older people tend to be the victims.

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