Which of the Following Is True Regarding Prison as a Mechanism

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding prison as a mechanism for punishing crime?

• A) Throughout history, most societies have used prison to punish the most serious crimes.
• B) Historically, only humane and ethical societies have used prison as a form of punishment.
• C) Prison was rarely used before the nineteenth century.
• D) Prison is commonly used as a punishment because it is extremely cost-effective.

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Definitions:

Title Passes

The transfer of ownership of property from one party to another, typically upon satisfaction of specified conditions.

Buyer

An individual or entity that purchases goods or services from another in a commercial transaction.

Allocation Of Risk

The process of defining and assigning the financial or operational responsibilities associated with potential risks in contractual agreements.

Parties

Individuals, groups, or entities that enter into a legal agreement or are involved in a legal proceeding.