Limited Data Suggest That the Overrepresentation of African Americans in the Juvenile

question 10

Multiple Choice

Limited data suggest that the overrepresentation of African Americans in the juvenile justice system is partly due to the fact that:

• A) African Americans have higher offending rates
• B) African Americans are more involved in serious crimes
• C) African Americans are discriminated against
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Unsafe Behaviours

Actions or practices by individuals that increase the risk of accidents or harm to themselves or others in the workplace.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by diligence, carefulness, thoroughness, and a desire to do a task well.

Agreeableness

Agreeableness is a personality trait characterized by warmth, kindness, and cooperativeness, reflecting an individual's tendency to prioritize social harmony and maintain positive relations with others.

Unsafe Behaviours

Actions that can lead to accidents, injuries, or other detrimental outcomes due to a lack of precaution or safety measures.