Mass Incarceration in the US
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What is the incarceration rate in the U.S. compared to other developed nations?

  • Twice as high
  • Half the rate of other nations
  • Five to 10 times higher (correct)
  • Equal to other nations

    • What percentage of the U.S. prison population is made up of African Americans?

  • 40% (correct)
  • 20%
  • 60%
  • 30%

    • What impact does mass incarceration have on communities of color?

  • Reduced wealth disparities
  • Enhanced economic opportunities
  • Improved social mobility
  • Stripped of economic and social stability (correct)

    • What is the cost of direct expenses associated with incarceration?

    <p>Housing, healthcare, parole, and probation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the U.S. prison population compare to the rest of the world?

    <p>The highest</p> Signup and view all the answers

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