According to Table 6.3, what region of the country has the highest incarceration rates?
A. the South
B. the Pacific West
C. New England
D. the Northeast
Answer: A
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Which statement about Nigeria's economy is INCORRECT? a. Since around 2000, Nigeria has not had an acute external debt
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