The victimization surveys used in social research are more reliable records in measuring world crime rates because __________.

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Police and governments in different countries have different ways of recording crimes, making it difficult to compare crime rates between countries. Victim surveys provide a more consistent and accurate measure of crime as they rely on the feedback of victims rather than the interpretation of data by government agencies. Options A and D are not accurate as victims are not always more honest than criminals and murder witnesses cannot stand in for murder victims. Option B is not entirely accurate as victim surveys can be adapted for use across different countries, not just specific to the victim's country of residence.

The Victimization Surveys Used in Social Research Are More Reliable