Which of the Following Statements Is True of Halfway Houses

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of halfway houses?

• A) They are maintained by prison wardens.
• B) They provide a more institutionalized living environment than prisons.
• C) They are responsible for high rates of recidivism among former inmates.
• D) They can be tailored to the needs of former inmates.

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