Which of the Following Is False Regarding the Success of Probation

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false regarding the success of probation?

• A) National data indicate that only 30 percent of probationers are successful in completing their probationary sentence.
• B) Most revocations occur for technical violations during the first three months of probation.
• C) Felons who receive probation are less likely to recidivate than felons who are sent to prison for committing similar crimes.
• D) Incarcerating offenders increases the likelihood of recidivism.

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Quota

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