Mia is a correctional officer who wants to understand the rising prison population.Which group is fueling the increase seen in this chart?
A) women committing extreme violence
B) first-time incarcerations for drug-related crimes
C) repeat nonviolent offenders
D) juveniles who are being wrongly sentenced as adults

Question

Mia is a correctional officer who wants to understand the rising prison population.Which group is fueling the increase seen in this chart? 
A) women committing extreme violence 
B) first-time incarcerations for drug-related crimes 
C) repeat nonviolent offenders 
D) juveniles who are being wrongly sentenced as adults

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The chart shows a significant increase in the number of prisoners for drug-related offenses, indicating that first-time incarcerations for drug-related crimes are fueling the rise in the prison population.

Mia Is a Correctional Officer Who Wants to Understand the Rising