The Term "Racial Profiling" Refers to the Practice of

question 146

Multiple Choice

The term "racial profiling" refers to the practice of

• A)rapists targeting victims on the basis of race.
• B)law enforcement investigating suspects on the basis of their race.
• C)targeting minorities for violent crimes to instill fear in minority populations.
• D)sentencing criminals based on race.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral concept where the removal of an unfavorable event or condition increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Positive Reinforcement

A technique in behaviorism where the introduction of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of it being repeated.

Snake Phobia

An intense, irrational fear of snakes, often leading to avoidance behavior.

Significant Distress

A level of emotional pain or suffering that significantly impacts an individual’s daily functioning or quality of life.