Question 1

High crime rates could deter potential tourists.

Accepted Answer

Tourists are likely to avoid destinations with high crime rates as it poses a threat to their safety and can negatively impact their travel experience.

Question 2

The traditional role of the parents in choosing a husband for their daughters is not challenged when that daughter lives or studies in a country with a more liberal attitude toward the institution of marriage.

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When a daughter lives or studies in a country with a more liberal attitude toward the institution of marriage, she may challenge the traditional role of the parents in choosing a husband for her.

Question 3

Government intervention is a potential solution to poverty and unemployment.

Accepted Answer

Government intervention can take the form of policies and programs that provide assistance to those in need, such as welfare programs, job training programs, and minimum wage laws. These interventions can help alleviate poverty and provide opportunities for employment, particularly for those who may face barriers to employment such as discrimination, lack of education or work experience, or disabilities. However, the effectiveness of government intervention in addressing poverty and unemployment can vary depending on the specific policies and programs implemented, as well as economic and social factors that may impact their success.

Question 4

People are more likely to take matters in their own hands when they feel that the criminal justice system is ineffective.

Accepted Answer

When individuals perceive that the criminal justice system is not functioning effectively, they may look for alternative means of achieving justice, such as vigilante justice or taking matters into their own hands. This is commonly seen in areas with high crime rates and poor police response times.

Question 5

Theft of physical assets happens internally when unscrupulous employees divert physical assets from the normal pipeline and sell them on the black market.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Internal theft of physical assets can occur when employees steal or divert assets from their intended use or purpose and sell them on the black market for personal gain.

Question 6

Almost one-third of all women who have been in a relationship have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by their intimate partner.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. According to the World Health Organization, globally, around 30% of women who have been in a relationship have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by their intimate partner.

Question 7

All major banks and bankers always adhere to accounting and banking principles.

Accepted Answer

While it is expected that banks and bankers adhere to accounting and banking principles, there have been instances of unethical behavior and violation of regulations by some major banks and bankers.

Question 8

All countries define relationships the same.

Accepted Answer

Different countries have different laws and cultural practices regarding relationships, marriage, and family. For example, some countries recognize same-sex marriage while others do not. Some countries allow polygamy while others consider it illegal. Therefore, it is not true that all countries define relationships the same way.

Question 9

What items can be bought on the black market?

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Question 10

What are some of the problems that are faced by younger individuals within patriarchal societies?

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Question 11

What affect did apartheid have on the citizens of South Africa?

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Question 12

What are the countries that human organ traffickers primarily work out of?

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Question 13

How can money laundering be a good thing?

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Quiz 2: Comparative and Transnational Crime