Week 7 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What best describes deviance?

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Behavior that violates social norms and expectations

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A program designed to help offenders re-enter society after prison by providing education and job training is an example of:

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Rehabilitation

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The repeated tendency of individuals to reoffend after being released from prison is called:

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Recidivism

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Poverty, poor education, and lack of employment opportunities are all examples of:

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Socioeconomic Factors

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Food stamps, unemployment benefits, and housing assistance are examples of:

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Social Safety Net

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A government plan to address obesity rates by promoting healthy diets and exercise programs is an example of:

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Public Health Policy

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Relying on government programs such as food stamps or housing assistance long-term is called:

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Welfare Dependency

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Comparing the expense of funding a job training program with the increased employment it provides is an example of:

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Cost-Benefit Analysis

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The principle that all students deserve fair access to schools, teachers, and resources regardless of background is called:

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Equity in Education

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Tests given to all students across a state to measure learning in math or reading are called:

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Standardized Testing