Long terms of incarceration for juvenile offenders have been shown to

A. be effective in battling both internalizing and externalizing problems.
B. be the strongest deterrent to future criminal activity.
C. have little impact on preventing recurring crime.
D. be the most cost-effective option for society.


Answer: C

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