When an Offender Is Sentenced Under the Determinate Sentencing Philosophy

question 62

True/False

When an offender is sentenced under the determinate sentencing philosophy, his or her release date is determined by the parole board. ​

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Definitions:

Capital Goods

Large, durable goods used in the production of goods and services, such as machinery, buildings, and equipment.

Future Output

The estimated production or services to be provided by an economy, a sector, or a company in the future, often associated with planning and projections.

Consumption Goods

Goods that are used by consumers for personal or household purposes, intended to satisfy human wants or needs directly.

Time Preference

The tendency of individuals to value goods and experiences in the present more than in the future, influencing savings and investment decisions.