Robert Martinson's famous "What Works?" essay basically stated that:
A. rehabilitation did not work to lower recidivism rates.
B. rehabilitation was the best method to lower recidivism rates.
C. tough on crime laws did not lower recidivism.
D. reintegration of offenders is the more effective way to lower recidivism rates.
Answer: A
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