Which of the Following Statements About Findings from Interrupted Time-Series

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about findings from interrupted time-series studies on deterrence is true?

• A) there are short-term deterrent effects that tend to decay or wear off over time
• B) there is no relationship between any program deterrent effects and recidivism
• C) there are strong deterrent effects that indicate a reduction in recidivism
• D) there are only deterrent effects when the punishments are not visible to the public

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Definitions:

Location Subsidies

Financial incentives provided by governments to encourage businesses to establish operations in specific areas, often to stimulate economic growth.

Tax Breaks

Financial incentives or reductions in tax liabilities, intended to encourage certain activities or investments.

Wage Subsidies

Financial incentives provided by governments to employers to encourage the hiring of certain workers or to promote employment in specific sectors.

Government Failure

Government failure occurs when government intervention in the economy creates inefficiencies or leads to an allocation of resources that is worse than what the market would have produced on its own.