One Suggestion to Lower Crime Rates Is to Redefine Crimes

question 1

Multiple Choice

One suggestion to lower crime rates is to redefine crimes, removing crimes without a victim. Which of the following might qualify as "victimless" crimes?

• A)Fraud and extortion
• B)Theft and drunk driving
• C)Rape and assault
• D)Drug sales and murder
• E)Prostitution and drug use

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Definitions:

Trade

The exchange of goods, services, or both within and between countries.

Deadweight Loss

An economic inefficiency occurring when a market outcome does not maximize total surplus due to a distortion, like a tax or subsidy.

Tariff

A tax imposed by a government on imported goods, typically to protect domestic industries or to generate revenue.

Domestic Consumers

Persons or households in a nation acquiring goods and services for individual consumption.