Overgeneralization occurs when we have _______________.
a. statements that go far beyond what can be justified based on the data or empirical observations that one has
b. making observations in a way that simply reinforces preexisting thinking, rather than attempting to observe in a balanced and critical manner
c. making a judgment or reaching a decision and ending in an investigation, before one has the amount or depth of evidence required by scientific standards
d. allowing the prior reputation of persons, places, or things to color one's evaluations, rather than attempting to evaluate in a neutral, equal manner
(Question #2) In order to conduct research with ethical responsibility, criminal justice researchers should limit their targets of research to volunteers.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
(Question #3) Describe the various victim characteristics that can be determined by a forensic anthropologist.
What will be an ideal response?
(Question #4) Health-related problems, family breakdown, and alcoholism are all potential results of what aspect of police work?
A) extreme overwork, including more than 80 hours a week
B) exposure to critical or traumatic incidents
C) stress related to the constant potential for violence
D) the continual threat of sexual harassment in the workplace
(Question #5) Angularity, slope, and speed are examples of individual variations.
a. True b. False
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