Which of the Following Levels of Gang Intervention Most Aligns

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following levels of gang intervention most aligns with social control arguments made by theoretical proponents of social disorganization theory?

• A) primary prevention
• B) secondary prevention
• C) intervention
• D) suppression

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Definitions:

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