Which of the Following Best Explains the Growth of American

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains the growth of American police functions in the mid-to-late 19th century?

• A)More petty street crime in mid-sized towns
• B)Increased drug smuggling into American port cities
• C)Incidents of mob violence between ethnic groups
• D)Corruption within city halls in large cities

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