Kleck's Research on Fighting Back Found That

question 46

Multiple Choice

Kleck's research on fighting back found that:

• A) many more criminals are killed each year by police officers than are killed by victims fighting back.
• B) collateral injury is relatively rare, and victims should be encouraged to fight back.
• C) collateral injury is relatively high, and victims should be encouraged to not fight back.
• D) the more crime in an area, the less fear in the area.

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Definitions:

Rumination

The process of continuously thinking about the same thoughts or problems, which is often negative and distressing.

Coping Strategies

Techniques or methods individuals use to handle stress, deal with difficult situations, or manage their emotional response to challenges.

Kindling Experience

An experience or series of exposures that sensitize an individual, leading to an exaggerated response to stimuli.

Urban African Americans

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