All of the Following Can Be Considered Evidence That Our

question 9

Multiple Choice

All of the following can be considered evidence that our current correctional system has become much harsher than other societies, EXCEPT _______________.

• A) the abolishment of parole in most U.S. states
• B) men in jail being made to wear pink underwear
• C) refusals of college loans because of convictions of drug crimes
• D) chain gangs cleaning roads and wearing black-striped shirts

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Time To Maturity

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Increases

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Creditworthiness

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