A prisoner can challenge the legality of his or her confinement, associated prison conditions, and the practices of correctional officials with the help of ________.

A. a state habeas corpus action
B. a federal de facto lawsuit
C. a federal in terrorem lawsuit
D. a state quo warranto action


Answer: A

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