What Is One Reason for the Increased Number of Prisoners

Multiple Choice

What is one reason for the increased number of prisoners in the U.S. since the 1970s?

A) The U.S. abolished parole for federal crimes in 1984.
B) The U.S. made things illegal that were previously illegal.
C) The U.S. population is aging, and older people are more likely to engage in deviant behavior.
D) The crime rate has increased.