The FBI just released its Bank Crime Statistics for the Third Quarter of 2009, and while I could simply inform you of the data, I think this provides a fun opportunity to test your expectations and beliefs. So --- here's a little test:
Your Prize:
One right: Bernard Madoff
Two right: Fugitive
Three right: FBI Special Agent
Four right: FBI Special Agent in Charge
Five right: FBI Director
ANSWERS (no peeking!)
1. Less
2. 22% (full credit if within five percentage points)
3. Friday
4. 5% (full credit if within five percentage points)
5. Southern
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