Which of the Following Statements Regarding the American Prison Population

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the American prison population during the last 30 years is true?

• A) There has been a decrease in the number of African Americans.
• B) There has been a decrease in the number of Hispanics.
• C) There has been no change in the number of Hispanics.
• D) There has been an increase in the number of both African Americans and Hispanics.
• E) ​There has been a shift in public opinion in favor of rehabilitation of prisoners.

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