Source 1: Do Police Cameras Reduce Crimes?

What is the primary purpose of installing CCTV cameras in cities?

• To monitor weather conditions

• To monitor traffic violations

• To prevent crime and catch lawbreakers

• For public entertainment

How did CCTV system sales change from 1980 to 2000?

• Decreased by 50%

• Increased by 200%

• Increased by almost 700%

• Remained the same

What was the cost of Great Britain's Ring of Steel from 1999 to 2001?

• More than $100 million

• More than $200 million

• More than $330 million

• More than $500 million

What is a major challenge in measuring the effectiveness of police surveillance cameras in preventing crime?

• Technical malfunctions

• Lack of public support

• Dealing with a vague set of variables

• The high cost of the cameras

Which city's police department reported a 17 percent drop in crime rates due to CCTV?

• Philadelphia

• Washington, D.C.

• Baltimore

• New York City

What did the 2005 Home Office Research Group study conclude about CCTV networks?

• They are only effective in residential areas

• They appear nearly ineffective

• They are highly effective in reducing crime

• They significantly reduce auto-related crimes

In which type of areas do cameras help reduce crime more effectively?

• Open public spaces with high foot traffic

• Enclosed areas with less foot traffic

• Only in residential areas

• Only in commercial areas

What is one public relations problem associated with police surveillance cameras?

• High installation costs

• Lack of public awareness

• Privacy concerns

• Technical difficulties

How can police make CCTV cameras more worthwhile according to the text?

• By using them more proactively

• By making them less visible

• By reducing their number

• By only installing them in high crime areas

What crime do cameras consistently reduce by as much as 41 percent?

• Burglary

• Auto-related crimes

• Vandalism

• Shoplifting