Which of the following is FALSE regarding violent crimes?

A) Mass-killing shooters are more likely to be young males than any other demographic.
B) The use of alcohol and drugs,brain damage,and a history of previous violence are all good predictors of violent crime.
C) Focusing gun restrictions on those suffering from psychological disorders will reduce gun violence substantially.
D) Those diagnosed with psychological disorders are more likely to be victims,rather than perpetrators,of violent crime.

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Jennifer Figueroa Garcia · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  While focusing gun restrictions on those suffering from psychological disorders may have some impact on reducing gun violence, it would not substantially reduce it. Other factors, such as access to firearms and socio-economic factors, play a larger role in violent crime.

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