In the Traditional Design of Jails in the United States

question 59

True/False

In the traditional design of jails in the United States, jail cells are situated in a triangle so that a staff member in the center of the triangle has visual access to nearly all the cells.

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Definitions:

Tranquilizer

A type of psychotropic medication used to reduce tension or anxiety, often by depressing nervous system activity.

Depressants

Depressants are substances that reduce the functioning of the central nervous system, often resulting in a sense of relaxation or drowsiness.

Stimulants

Substances that increase activity in the brain and body, resulting in increased alertness, attention, and energy.

Central-Nervous-System Activity

Refers to the processes and actions coordinated by the brain and spinal cord that include sensory information processing and triggering muscle movements.