Which country has the highest incarceration rate in the world?
A) China
B) Cuba
C) Russia
D) South Africa
E) United States

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The United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with an estimated 693 individuals per 100,000 of the population being incarcerated in 2019. This is nearly five times higher than the global average. China, Cuba, Russia, and South Africa all have lower incarceration rates compared to the United States.

Which Country Has the Highest Incarceration Rate in the World