Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an example of an operational definition?
A) fear of crime: a series of complex changes in bodily functioning that alerts an individual to potential danger
B) life satisfaction: relatively stable assessment of how well people's lives match their expectations
C) mastery: people's sense of control over their environment
D) social isolation: the breakdown of social relations that provide meaning and social support
E) criminal activity: the number of crimes reported to the police per 1,000 population in the city or town where a respondent resides
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