In Some Ways, Victims of Crimes Are a Diverse Lot

question 18

Multiple Choice

In some ways, victims of crimes are a diverse lot including the rich and the poor, the young and the old, and men as well as women. This diversity aside, however, crime victims are more likely to be young, nonwhite, male, divorced or never married, low income, and unemployed (Truman, 2011; Elias, 1986) . Thus in many ways the profile of victims matches that of defendants.
-Which of the following is true based on decades of research?

• A)offenders and victims often possess the same characteristics
• B)offenders and victims often engage in many of the same behaviors
• C)offenders and victims often possess the same characteristics and engage in many of the same behaviors
• D)offenders and victims rarely possess the same characteristics

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Definitions:

Debtor Claim

A demand for repayment from a debtor; may refer to the legal right to demand money owed.

Limited Liability

A legal structure that limits the personal financial responsibility of owners for the debts and actions of a business.

Corporation

A legal entity distinct from its owners, offering limited liability to its shareholders, and capable of owning assets, incurring debt, and conducting business.

Partnership

A formally established business entity where two or more counterparts participate in managing the firm and splitting the profits.