Which Phrase Is Strongly Associated with Systemic Inequality in the Criminal

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which phrase is strongly associated with systemic inequality in the criminal justice system?

• A) low parental self-control
• B) urban renewal
• C) driving while Black
• D) structurally disadvantaged slum communities

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Definitions:

Third-variable Problem

A situation in correlation studies where a variable that has not been measured accounts for the relationship between two other variables, potentially misleading the results.

Independent Variables

Factors or conditions in an experiment that are manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe their effects on the dependent variables.

Dependent Variables

Variables in experimental research that are expected to change as a result of the manipulation of the independent variable.

Third-variable Problem

A challenge in research where a variable not accounted for influences the relationship between the studied variables, potentially leading to mistaken conclusions.