Which Person (Or Group) Typically Determines the Discretionary Release of State

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which person (or group) typically determines the discretionary release of state prisoners?

• A) State prison release commissioner
• B) Parole board
• C) State supreme court
• D) Prison warden
• E) State trial judge

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Definitions:

Rivalry

(1) The characteristic of a private good, the consumption of which by one party excludes other parties from obtaining the benefit; (2) the attempt by one firm to gain strategic advantage over another firm to enhance market share or profit.

Excludability

The characteristic of a private good, for which the seller can keep nonbuyers from obtaining the good.

Private Good

A good, or service that is individually consumed and that can be profitably provided by privately owned firms because they can exclude nonpayers from receiving the benefits.

Quantity Demanded

The quantity of a product or service that buyers are prepared and financially able to buy at a certain price.