Which of the Following Was NOT a Conclusion Drawn by Shaw

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a conclusion drawn by Shaw and McKay?

• A) Some areas of Chicago were characterized by high rates of crime and delinquency, while others were not.
• B) The nearer to the center of the city a given locality is, the higher its rates of crime and delinquency.
• C) Differences in rates of truancy, delinquency, and crime reflect differences in community characteristics.
• D) Areas of the city with high rates of delinquency were characterized by high rates for only short periods of time.

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