Barry, a penologist, conducts a national survey to study the American prison population trends in the recent past. He observes a significant drop in the country's crime rates. Which of the following reasons is most likely to explain his observation?

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America's high rate of incarceration is likely to explain the drop in crime rates, as more individuals are imprisoned, potentially leading to fewer crimes being committed.

Barry, a Penologist, Conducts a National Survey to Study the American