According to the Text, a Comprehensive Study of Juveniles Sentenced

question 50

Multiple Choice

According to the text, a comprehensive study of juveniles sentenced to life in prison has found all of the following, EXCEPT:

• A) Life sentences were most likely for African American juveniles.
• B) Life sentences were most likely for mentally disturbed juveniles.
• C) Life sentences were most likely when the judge was elected rather than appointed.
• D) Life sentences were most likely in politically conservative jurisdictions.

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