Braithwaite Argues That Crime Is Most Likely When Exposure to Illegitimate

question 3

Multiple Choice

Braithwaite argues that crime is most likely when exposure to illegitimate opportunities is high and exposure to legitimate opportunities is low.Based on this argument,which of the following initiatives would help to reduce crime in a low-income neighbourhood?

• A) job creation for young people
• B) an increase in community beautification projects
• C) an increase in the number of police officers
• D) amalgamating schools

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