Which of the following statements is true about incapacitation?

A. It is an attempt to reduce crime rates within prison walls.
B. It is based on the idea that a few criminals commit most serious crimes.
C. It is a highly unpopular topic within the political sphere.
D. It has an increasing marginal payoff as more people are incarcerated.


B. It is based on the idea that a few criminals commit most serious crimes.

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a. he is a despoiler of their morals b. he may do bodily harm to them. c. he may kill a child who resists or to hide his offense. d. all of the above. e. none of the above.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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