Which of the following is not an argument for the placement of probation services within the judicial branch of government?

a. Probation is more responsive to the courts, to which it provides services.
b. Judges, trained in law and not administration, are better suited to administer probation services.
c. The relationship of probation staff to the courts creates an automatic feedback mechanism on the effectiveness of various dispositions.
d. Courts will have greater awareness of the resources needed by the probation agency.


Answer: b

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