Power differentials are evident in how criminals are pursued.When the suspects are young,single,urban males,law enforcement officials are______________to perceive the suspect as a criminal and give him a stricter sentence.
A)more likely
B)less likely
C)statistically unlikely
D)not likely

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Studies have shown that law enforcement officials are more likely to perceive young, single, urban males as criminals and give them harsher sentences. This is due to power differentials in society that result in biases and stereotypes.

Power Differentials Are Evident in How Criminals Are Pursued