In the Nineteenth Century, Two New Forms of Theft Appeared

question 83

Multiple Choice

In the nineteenth century, two new forms of theft appeared as a result of changes in society. What were these new crimes?

• A) train robbery and safecracking
• B) fraud and false pretenses
• C) gambling and fire setting
• D) stage coach robbery and mail banditry

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Definitions:

Voucher

A document representing an internal intent to make a payment to an external entity, detailing the specifics of the transaction.

Liability

A financial obligation or amount owed by a business to others, such as loans, accounts payable, or mortgages.

Money Orders

A payment order for a pre-specified amount of money; it functions as a form of prepaid payment instrument.

Cash

Liquid assets held or accessed by an entity for transactions, funding liabilities, and operational purposes.