Which of the following statements involving information concerning criminal statistics is not correct?

a.

A crime is less likely to be reported if a family member is involved.

b.

Crime reports are less likely to be filed when victims are of a higher social class.

c.

Research demonstrates there is no significant connection between race and crime rate.

d.

Most crimes are committed by individuals under the age of 25.

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Sam Logan

Social Studies

30 April, 01:48

Which of the following statements involving information concerning criminal statistics is not correct?

a.

A crime is less likely to be reported if a family member is involved.

b.

Crime reports are less likely to be filed when victims are of a higher social class.

c.

Research demonstrates there is no significant connection between race and crime rate.

d.

Most crimes are committed by individuals under the age of 25.

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Skylar Bailey · Answer 1

Crime reports are actually less likely to be filed when victims are of lower social classes because of the costs of court expenses.

Therefore, B. Crime reports are less likely to be filed when victims are of a higher social class. is your answer.