Which of the following is NOT a component of a "crime reporting wave?"

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A "crime reporting wave" typically involves the gathering of crime data from police departments (A), the repetition of crime stories across different news outlets (C), and often the embellishment of those stories to attract more attention (D). However, journalists making bonuses for being the first to report on a crime story (B) is not a standard or recognized component of a crime reporting wave. This choice reflects more on the internal policies of specific news organizations rather than a characteristic of how crime waves are reported in the media.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Component of a "Crime