To Marxist Theorists, the Primary Purpose of Imprisonment Is To

question 2

Multiple Choice

To Marxist theorists, the primary purpose of imprisonment is to:

• A) incapacitate those who pose a serious threat to the general welfare
• B) siphon off the surplus labor that the capitalist economy cannot absorb
• C) quiet political revolutionaries who pose a threat to the capitalist system
• D) restore the balance of power between competing interest groups
• E) reinforce collective values by banishing those who violate them

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Definitions:

Mediation

A process where a neutral third party helps disputants come to a consensus on their own, rather than imposing a solution.

Mediation

A form of conflict resolution where a neutral third party assists the disputing parties in reaching a voluntary, mutual agreement.

Disputing Parties

The individuals, groups, or organizations that are involved in a disagreement or conflict that is subject to negotiation.

Third-party Involvement

Third-party involvement indicates the participation or interference of an external entity in a negotiation, conflict, or decision-making process, usually aiming to facilitate an agreement or resolution.