The Text Describes a Situation in Which Some Convicted Criminals

question 48

Multiple Choice

The text describes a situation in which some convicted criminals were released from prison early due to a technicality, whereas others served out their sentences. In comparing these two groups, the primary finding was:

• A) prisoners who were let out early were found to be much less aggressive
• B) prisoners who were let out early were found to be much more aggressive
• C) prisoners who served their full term were less than half as likely to return to prison
• D) prisoners who served their full term were twice as likely to return to prison

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