Which of the following statements is true about a high percentage of lawsuits filed by inmates?
A. They are judged frivolous and are lost in the trial stage.
B. They are judged frivolous and are therefore dismissed.
C. They are judged valid and are therefore won in the trial stage.
D. They are judged valid but not taken to trial due to lack of funding.
Answer: B
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