Prison Condition Studies That Compared Easier Conditions (Minimum Security Level)

question 14

Multiple Choice

Prison condition studies that compared easier conditions (minimum security level) to harsher conditions (higher security level) generally found what effect on recidivism?

• A) easier conditions might lead to more post-release crime
• B) harsher conditions did not reduce recidivism
• C) harsher conditions decrease recidivism for certain offenders
• D) easier conditions reduced recidivism

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