Which of the Following Statements Is True About Institutionalized Youth

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about institutionalized youth?

• A)females make up the great bulk of institutionalized
• B)males are more likely than females to be incarcerated for status offenses
• C)females tend to be incarcerated for longer terms than males
• D)institutions for males are generally more restrictive than those for females

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