Problem
The Mayors of two small towns that adjoin a large community have engaged in an argument on which of their cities is safer. City A has a residential population of 123,000 people and reported 185 violent crimes. City B has a residential population of 84,000 people and reported 135 violent crimes. Based on a crime rate of reported violent crimes per 100,000 residents:
• What are the crime rates for each city?
• Based on their crime rates per 100,000 residents, which city is safer.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.