Why Does the NCVS Not Measure Homicide

question 117

Multiple Choice

Why does the NCVS not measure homicide?

• A)Homicide is not usually reported to the police.
• B)Victims of homicide cannot be surveyed.
• C)Only victimless crimes are measured by the NCVS.
• D)Police departments may lie about their homicide rates.

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