Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Incidence of Violence

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the incidence of violence in American public schools?

• A) Violence in public schools reached epidemic proportions during the late 1990s.
• B) Criminal incidents occur frequently in most American public schools.
• C) Violence is more likely to occur in high schools than in middle or elementary schools.
• D) Violence in public schools has decreased in recent years.

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Definitions:

Social Circumstances

The conditions and factors of an individual's social environment, including wealth, occupation, class, and community, that affect their lifestyle and opportunities.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something without adequate knowledge or experience.

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of people based on characteristics such as race, age, sex, or disability.

Social Inequality

The unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges among members of a society, often based on class, race, gender, or age.