Discuss the Three Basic Types of Gangs That Have Been

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Essay

Discuss the three basic types of gangs that have been identified by gang investigators.
a. Why do street gangs pose the greatest threat? What are the major ethnic or racial gang groups operating in the United States? Provide examples and brief descriptions of each, including the type of criminal activity they tend to participate in.
b. What is the traditional image of an outlaw motorcycle gang (OMG) member? Is that an accurate description? What types of criminal  activities do OMGs heavily participate in? Who are the "One Percenters"?
c. Define prison gangs. How can prison incarceration help gang membership thrive? What do you believe needs to happen in order to stop gang activity from occurring in prison?

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Equilibrium Output

The level of output at which the quantity of goods produced equals the quantity of goods demanded, with no excess supply or demand in the market.

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