Chapter 6 Describes Several Ways in Which the Uniform Crime

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Essay

Chapter 6 describes several ways in which the Uniform Crime Report may present an inaccurate picture of the demographics of crime. Describe the sources of bias that lead to these inaccuracies. Are these biases better explained by conflict theory or functionalism? Justify your answer.

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Bank Service Charge

Fees charged by banks for various services such as account maintenance, transactions, or overdrafts.

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Funds that have been received and recorded by a business but not yet recorded by the bank.

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