Starting in the 1970s,a Program Called Scared Straight Exposed At-Risk

Multiple Choice

Starting in the 1970s,a program called Scared Straight exposed at-risk youth to the harsh reality of prison life.According to your textbook,which of the following is true about this program?

A) It significantly reduced crime rates among troubled youth.
B) The program did not reduce the risk of incarceration among the participants.
C) The majority of participants went on to commit violent crimes.
D) The program worked,but the effect was small.