Evaluations of Incarceration Strategies Reveal That Their Impact May Be

question 5

Multiple Choice

Evaluations of incarceration strategies reveal that their impact may be less than expected. Why might incarceration not work?

• A) Because prison exposes young, impressionable offenders to higher-risk, more experienced inmates who can influence their lifestyle and shape their attitudes.
• B) Because most criminal offenses are committed by old offenders, who are unlikely to be sent to prison for a single felony conviction.
• C) Because incarcerated criminals are too young.
• D) Because not enough offenders are being incarcerated.

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Definitions:

Tolerance

The body's reduced response to a drug after prolonged use, requiring an increased dosage to achieve the original effect.

Illicit Substance

A substance whose production, sale, or use is prohibited by law.

Bioavailability

The degree and rate at which a drug or other substance is absorbed or becomes available at the intended biological site of action.

Older Adults

A demographic group generally defined as individuals aged 65 years and older, often considered in the context of healthcare, social services, and epidemiological studies.