Rufus Alcott is suspected of selling illegal drugs in the neighborhood where he lives.  He unwittingly sells illegal drugs to an undercover officer and is subsequently arrested and charged with a felony.  While Rufus awaits trial in the county jail, he is visited by his court-appointed public defender.
Given the circumstances of Rufus's arrest, if he is found guilty, he will likely serve his sentence in which level of government's prison?  
a.  State
b.  City
c.  Federal?
d.  County
e.  National

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: a

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