Which Statement Accurately Compares Recent Trends in Discretionary and Mandatory

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement accurately compares recent trends in discretionary and mandatory parole releases?

• A) The number of discretionary parole releases has increased, while the number of mandatory parole releases has decreased.
• B) The number of discretionary parole releases has decreased, while the number of mandatory parole releases has increased.
• C) The numbers of both discretionary and mandatory parole releases have decreased.
• D) The numbers of both discretionary and mandatory parole releases have increased.

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