Which of the Following Is an Important Factor That Contributed

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important factor that contributed to the declining trend in crime rates in the 1990s?

• A) decline in poverty and unemployment
• B) political change
• C) cultural change
• D) change in gun laws

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Definitions:

Flooding

An overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often the result of heavy rain, snowmelt, or obstruction of water flow.

Channelization

The engineering of a natural stream or river by straightening, deepening, or otherwise modifying its natural course for navigation, flood control, or urban development.

Wetlands

Areas where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally, supporting distinct ecosystems with a variety of plant and animal life.

Irrigation Water

Water that is supplied to crops to assist in their growth, often through artificial means such as sprinklers or drip lines.