Which of the Following Statements About the Social Problems Perspective

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the social problems perspective is not true?

• A) It suggests that crime is a symptom of underlying social problems such as poverty and discrimination
• B) It emphasizes the development of social and educational opportunities as a way of dealing with the crime problem
• C) It emphasizes crime prevention efforts such as harsher sentences and the development of rehabilitation programs
• D) It sees crime as a public health problem as well as a criminal justice problem.

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