Instruction
You will use what you know about the current state of research on crime and economic conditions to predict movement in U.S. crime rates.
In the summer of 2011, there were fears that the United States was headed toward a double-dip recession. Read this USA Today new story about the state of the U.S. economy at that time:
Patterson, S. (2011, August 7). Is the economy headed for a double dip recession? USA Today. Retrieved from http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/2011-08-08-double-dip-recession_n.htm
• Use the criminological theories and research about the relationship between the economy and crime rates to predict what you think will happen to crime rates in the U.S. in light of this economic downturn.
• Clearly explain the rationale behind your prediction. Use evidence from the readings to support your argument.
In 800 words and in APA format (words in reference page do not count) address the above, use additional scholarly work to support your work.