Researchers Recognize That the Size of the Prison Population Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

Researchers recognize that the size of the prison population is not driven by the amount of crime, but by .

• A) public policy
• B) economic conditions
• C) prison conditions
• D) crime laws in each state

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Definitions:

Supply Shifts

Supply shifts refer to changes in the supply curve caused by factors other than price, such as technology, production costs, and supplier expectations, leading to different quantities being supplied at the same price.

Surplus

The situation in which the quantity of a good or service supplied exceeds the quantity demanded, often leading to lower prices.

Unregulated Market

A market where economic activities operate without direct governmental control, often resulting in high competition and consumer choice but potentially also in market failures.

Price Fall

A decrease in the cost of goods or services in the market, often leading to increased consumer demand.