Which of the following statements suggests prevalence of reasoned staff-inmate culture in a prison?

A) Staff follow policy or check with supervisors before making decisions.
B) Staff make decisions with full knowledge and consistent with prison principles and values.
C) Staff use agency incentives and disincentives for gaining compliance from inmates.
D) Staff demand compliance from inmates through threats and intimidation.


Answer: C

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