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Ruth Was Just Released from Prison

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Ruth was just released from prison. She was released because the only time remaining on her sentence was equal to the good time that she earned. She was in prison for more than 10 years and is reluctant to return to her community. She does not have a job, has no permanent place to live, and is nervous that she will go back to her old habits of hanging with the "wrong crowd" and getting into trouble. Because of prison overcrowding, she must be released. Ruth is not the typical parolee because she is a female. What percentage of adult parolees are female?

Understand the economic indicators and their implications on development and sustainability.

Recognize the distinction between renewable and non-renewable resources and their impacts on the environment.

Understand the basis and impact of economists' and environmentalists' opinions on environmental issues.

Identify and differentiate between point and nonpoint sources of pollution.

Definitions:

Gold Standard

A monetary system where a country's currency or paper money has a value directly linked to gold, ensuring stable prices and exchange rates.

Consumer Faith

The confidence and trust that consumers have in the quality, safety, and reliability of the products and services they purchase.

Foreign Banks

Financial institutions based in one country but offering services in another, often playing significant roles in global finance and investment.

Civilian Conservation Corps

A New Deal program in the United States aimed at relieving unemployment during the Great Depression by providing conservation and infrastructure work for young men.