Asked by Kayla Piercy on Apr 28, 2024

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There is a common perception that most crime is committed by ______.

A) Whites
B) Hispanics
C) Asians
D) Blacks

Crime Committed

An act that violates a law and is subject to legal prosecution and punishment.

Ethnic Groups

Communities or populations sharing a common cultural heritage, ancestry, language, or beliefs.

  • Understand the existence of biases and stereotypes in media narratives about crime, criminals, and victims.
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Cesar VargasApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
This perception is based on racial stereotypes and is not supported by actual crime statistics. While black Americans do commit a disproportionate amount of certain types of crimes, they are not responsible for the majority of all crime. It is important to recognize that crime is a complex issue and cannot be attributed to any one race or ethnicity.