When Giving a Presentation on the Criminal Justice System, Steven

question 9

Multiple Choice

When giving a presentation on the criminal justice system, Steven said, "If the hacks catch a lifer with a shank, they might throw him in the hole for a minute." In this example, Steven is inappropriately using ______________________.

• A)vulgar language
• B)jargon
• C)slang
• D)sensory language

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Definitions:

Natural Resources

Materials or substances occurring in nature which can be exploited for economic gain, such as minerals, forests, water, and fertile land.

Lower-Income Countries

Nations with relatively low levels of economic resources and standards of living, often measured by gross domestic product (GDP) per capita.

Absolute Poverty

The amount of money needed in a particular country to meet basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing.

United Nations

An international organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries.