According to Cole and Smith, Which of the Following Is

question 43

Multiple Choice

According to Cole and Smith, which of the following is not an explanation for the racial and ethnic disparities that exist within the criminal justice system?

• A)Minorities commit more crimes.
• B)The criminal justice system is racist.
• C)America is a racist society.
• D)None of these.  All of the above can explain the disparities.

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Definitions:

Mental Or Physical Defect

A condition that impairs an individual's mental or physical capacity, potentially affecting their ability to perform certain tasks or engage in certain activities.

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Disaffirmance

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Consideration

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