Data Collected by Official Sources (I

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Essay

Data collected by official sources (i.e., UCR, NIBRIS) can differ from that collected by victimization surveys (i.e., NCVS, NISVS). Briefly describe some of the advantages and disadvantages of these two types of data sources.

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Definitions:

Environmental Issues

Problems related to the natural environment, including pollution, climate change, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity.

Higher Taxes

Increased governmental charges on individuals' income, property, or goods, used to fund public services and governmental operations.

Social Inequality

Uneven opportunities and rewards exist for different social standings or positions within a group or society.

Genetically Programming

Creating modifications or specific outcomes in the genetic makeup of organisms through biotechnological methods. Also known as genetic engineering.