Imagine That You Are Creating a Female-Specific Gang Prevention Program

question 7

Essay

Imagine that you are creating a female-specific gang prevention program after reviewing best practices. What would be the key elements of your program, what programs would they be based on, and how would they aim to reduce gang membership among females? (Hint: Be sure to discuss risk factors of female gang membership and which risk factors your program addresses.)

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Definitions:

Payoff

The return or reward received from an investment or decision, often analyzed in financial and game theory contexts.

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A concept in game theory where each player chooses a single strategy that results in the best outcome for them, given the strategies chosen by other players in the game.

Swerve

A sudden change in direction or position, typically used to avoid collision or an obstacle.

Drive Straight

a directive or action where one proceeds forward without turning, often used in navigation or driving instructions.