Recent Evidence on the Relationship Between Crime and Socioeconomic Status

question 15

Multiple Choice

Recent evidence on the relationship between crime and socioeconomic status (SES) suggests that

• A) rich people got to their position through illegal means
• B) parents' SES is directly related to criminal behavior
• C)delinquents have more disposable income than nondelinquents
• D) youths with poor parents have a higher risk for property crimes
• E) youths with poor parents have a lower risk for property crimes

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Definitions:

Illegal Immigrants

Individuals who enter or reside in a country without the necessary authorization or legal permission from the government.

Minimum Wage Laws

Legislation that sets the lowest hourly rate that can be paid to workers, aimed at ensuring a minimum standard of living.

Net Effect

The overall impact or result after all factors are considered, especially those that might offset each other.

Total Employment

The total number of individuals in an economy who are currently employed and working.