During the Course of the 1980s-That Is, from 1980 to the End

question 15

Multiple Choice

During the course of the 1980s-that is, from 1980 to the end of 1989-the number of prisoners incarcerated in state penal institutions:

• A) increased.
• B) decreased.
• C) remained the same.
• D) fluctuated wildly and erratically from year to year.
• E) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Appraise

To assess the value, quality, or significance of something, often for the purpose of making a decision.

Stressful

Relating to or causing stress, which is a physical or psychological response to demands or pressures.

Stressed-Out

A state of being overwhelmed or excessively worried due to pressures, demands, or challenges, often leading to physical and emotional strain.

Highly Subjective

A characteristic of perceptions, judgments, or experiences that are strongly influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions.