Starting in the 1970s,a Program Called Scared Straight Exposed At-Risk

question 35

Multiple Choice

Starting in the 1970s,a program called Scared Straight exposed at-risk youth to the harsh reality of prison life.According to your textbook,which of the following is true about this program?

• A)It significantly reduced crime rates among troubled youth.
• B)The program did not reduce the risk of incarceration among the participants.
• C)The majority of participants went on to commit violent crimes.
• D)The program worked,but the effect was small.

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