According to the Authors, What Incentives Are There for Keeping

question 17

Multiple Choice

According to the authors, what incentives are there for keeping elderly prisoners incarcerated?

• A) Concerns for recidivism
• B) rehabilitation programs available
• C) cost savings for the government
• D) elderly prisoners might not have a support system or income outside of prison

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