What Did Wortley and Tanner Find When They Investigated Youth

question 8

Multiple Choice

What did Wortley and Tanner find when they investigated youth gang activity in Toronto?

• A) Most of the respondents were involved in drug trafficking.
• B) There was no difference between street youth and high-school youth in levels of violent gang conflicts.
• C) Gang membership was a ticket to income and status.
• D) Many of the respondents were not involved in criminal activities.

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