How Does Today's Violent Crime Rate Compare to the Violent

question 29

Multiple Choice

How does today's violent crime rate compare to the violent crime rate in 1991?

• A)Today's violent crime rate has increased by nearly 20%.
• B)Today's violent crime rate has increased by nearly 40%.
• C)Today's violent crime rate has decreased by nearly 20%.
• D)Today's violent crime rate as decreased by nearly 40%.

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A series of evening radio addresses given by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt between 1933 and 1944 to communicate directly with the American people about issues and policies.

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A state where individuals have the confidence that they will have the resources to meet their basic needs without undue hardship.

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Refers to either Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States known for New Deal programs and leadership during World War II, or Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President known for his progressive policies and conservation efforts.