The state utilizes private prisons for inmates classified as ...

[altibaby]

The state utilizes private prisons for inmates classified as nonviolent offenders. The argument behind this approach is that private prisons are more cost-effective than state-run prisons. What does the current research say about the cost-effectiveness of private prisons in comparison to state prisons?
 
  a. Evaluation studies have been inconclusive.
  b. Evaluation studies show that private prisons can do the same job as a public prison for half the cost.
  c. Evaluation studies show that private prisons can do the same job as a public prison for one-fourth the cost.
  d. Evaluation studies show that public prisons can do the same job as a private prison for half the cost.

Question 2

If Thomas fits the demographic of being more likely to be sentenced for a property offense, what race/ethnicity is he?
 
  a. African American
  b. Hispanic
  c. Native American
  d. white

[nyrave]

Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

d