Asked by Krishna Patel on Sep 26, 2024

Although disputes about the causes remain open,which of the following statements about incarceration rates (per 100,000 persons in the general population) in the U.S.is correct?

A) The Black rate is higher than either the Hispanic or white rate.
B) The Hispanic rate is higher than either the Black or white rate.
C) The White rate is higher than either the Black or Hispanic rate.
D) There are no statistically significant differences in rates between the three groups.

Incarceration Rates

The number of individuals confined in a prison or jail per 100,000 population.

Hispanic Rate

A statistical term used to describe the frequency or occurrence of a particular event within the Hispanic population.

  • Recognize the differences in arrest rates among juvenile racial groups.
  • Analyze the incidences and facets of racial discrimination in the U.S. legal enforcement system.