Which of the Following Demographic Groups Best Describes Most Parolees

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following demographic groups best describes most parolees in the United States?

• A)Young,poor,minority males
• B)Young,poor,minority,females
• C)Young,poor,White,females
• D)Young,poor,White,males

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Definitions:

Thyroid Gland

A butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating the body's metabolic rate, heart and digestive function, muscle control, brain development, and bone maintenance.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones influencing growth, metabolism, and the functioning of other endocrine glands.

Endocrine System

A bodily system comprising of glands that release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate body functions and maintain homeostasis.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by glands in the body, which travel through the bloodstream to tissues or organs to regulate bodily functions.