Which of the Following Statements About RICO Is False

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about RICO is false?

• A) Under RICO, it is a separate crime to belong to an enterprise involved in a pattern of racketeering.
• B) RICO defines racketeering very broadly.
• C) RICO is probably the single most important piece of legislation ever enacted against organized crime.
• D) RICO has led to the expansion of omerta among members of organized crime groups.

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Definitions:

Consequence

The result or outcome of an action or condition.

Behavioral Modification

The use of learning techniques such as conditioning to change or alter behaviors in a desired way.

Social Learning Theory

A theory that posits individuals learn behaviors through observing and imitating others, as well as through the rewards and punishments associated with these behaviors.

Operant Conditioning

A method of teaching in which a behavior's force is changed through the application of incentives or disciplinary measures.