Which of the Following Best Represents the Differential Treatment Hypothesis

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best represents the differential treatment hypothesis?

• A) There are actual differences between racial groups in terms of the incidence,level of seriousness,and persistence of offending patterns.
• B) Structural inequality in the administration of justice is responsible for the overrepresentation of minority groups in the criminal justice process.
• C) Structural injustices in society are responsible for the overrepresentation of minority groups in criminal offending.
• D) There is a higher rate of criminal offending by racial minority groups because they receive preferential treatment by government.

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