The Salient Factor Score Used by Parole Boards to Predict

question 74

Multiple Choice

The salient factor score used by parole boards to predict the risk of recidivism is based on:

• A)the number of previous convictions.
• B)the age at current offense.
• C)drug dependency.
• D)all of these choices.

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Definitions:

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Terminally Ill

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Young Old

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