Which of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) Because the penalties are similar for smuggling cocaine and marijuana, the attraction of smuggling cocaine may have increased.
• B) The severity of drug laws has encouraged individuals to deal more diluted forms of drugs such as cocaine.
• C) Laws have increased the amount of resources available to deal with nondrug crimes.
• D) The relative price of marijuana decreased throughout the 1980s.

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Definitions:

Bystander Effect

A social psychological theory that individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.

Diffusion of Responsibility

Refers to a sociopsychological phenomenon where individuals are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of a large group of people.

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological phenomenon where individuals wrongly believe their feelings and beliefs are different from those of the group, often leading to conformity despite personal objections.

Good Samaritan Effect

A phenomenon where individuals are more likely to help others in need without expecting anything in return, inspired by the biblical parable of the Good Samaritan.