Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Reasons

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons cited for the growth in incarcerated populations?

• A) federal prison growth
• B) increased probability of incarceration
• C) inmates serving more time for each crime
• D) private prisons

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