Crime data comparison paper

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    Utilize FBI Uniform Crime Report data and select one offense, such as burglary, in two metropolitan areas.

    Choose metropolitan areas with different data.

    Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper comparing the occurrence of the offense in the selected areas. Identify the number of occurrences reported to the police for each area, and address the following questions:

    • Which area had more reported incidents?
    • What were the rates of the crime for each area?
    • Did the rates change over time in either area?
    • What factors might explain the differences in the rates?

    Include at least two peer reviewed references.

    Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines; utilizing in-text citations, and references.

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