What Is One Reason for the Increased Number of Prisoners

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is one reason for the increased number of prisoners in the U.S. since the 1970s?

• A) The U.S. abolished parole for federal crimes in 1984.
• B) The U.S. made things illegal that were previously illegal.
• C) The U.S. population is aging, and older people are more likely to engage in deviant behavior.
• D) The crime rate has increased.

Know the developmental milestones related to toilet training and typical ages for achieving these milestones.

Understand the physiological and psychological aspects of sleep-walking and its management.

Comprehend the cultural practices and developmental implications of co-sleeping.

Recognize the significance of oral rehydration therapy in treating dehydration in children.

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Definitions:

Dominant Strategies

Strategies in game theory that are preferable regardless of the opponent's actions, leading to a stable solution.

Prisoners' Dilemma Situations

A scenario in game theory where individuals acting in their own self-interest produce a worse outcome for the group than if they had cooperated.

Cooperative Outcomes

Results of collaborative efforts among various parties that are mutually beneficial and aim towards shared goals or interests.

Payoff Matrix

A table that displays the potential outcomes or rewards for different actions taken by players in a strategic game.