Which of the Following Is Probably Not a Reason Behind

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is probably not a reason behind the graying of America's prison population?

• A)The use of three-strikes and truth-in-sentencing laws
• B)The general aging of the American population
• C)The prison-building boom of the 1980s and 1990s
• D)The changing racial composition of the U.S.

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Definitions:

Detracking

The educational strategy of removing tracking systems within schools to provide equal academic opportunities to all students.

High-stakes Testing

Testing systems where significant decisions or outcomes, like graduation or professional certification, depend on the test taker's performance.

Standardized Tests

Assessments designed to measure a test-taker's knowledge or abilities in a uniform manner, allowing for comparison across different individuals or groups.

Accountability

The obligation of individuals or organizations to account for their activities, accept responsibility for them, and disclose the results in a transparent manner.