Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Jails

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of jails?

• A) hold inmates who have been sentenced to long periods of incarceration
• B) operated by the state police
• C) hold 44% female inmates
• D) hold suspects following arrest and pending trial

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Definitions:

Fairly Allocated

The perception or condition of resources, duties, or rewards being distributed in a just and equitable manner among all parties.

Procedural Justice

The fairness and transparency of the processes that lead to outcomes or decisions.

Perceived Inequity

The feeling or belief that fairness has not been maintained in social exchanges or distribution of resources.

Change Outcomes

The process of influencing or altering the results or consequences of actions to achieve a desired goal.