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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Studies generally found that harsher prison conditions did not reduce recidivism, suggesting that the severity of the prison environment does not effectively deter future criminal behavior.

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