Author Question: What conclusions can be drawn when comparing the U.S. prison population to the general U.S. adult ... (Read 84 times)

luvbio · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

What conclusions can be drawn when comparing the U.S. prison population to the general U.S. adult population? Select all that apply.

A. Prisoners were from a low-income, single-parent home.
B. Prisoners had been diagnosed with a mental problem and were alcohol or drug abusers.
C. Prisoners were exposed to drug trafficking, weapons, and gang violence.
D. Prisoners had a lower level of education.
E. Prisoners received better and more extensive health care when institutionalized.
F. The risk of injury decreases with the amount of time served.

Question 2

It is extremely challenging to survive on the streets. Among other behaviors, what might a homeless young person see as important survival skill(s)?

A. Beg, manipulate, and lie to obtain resources.
B. Play up to health care providers.
C. Try to keep a list of all social programs, community services, or entitlements for which he or she may be eligible.
D. Try to look and act middle class.