Which of the following is true about mass incarceration in the U.S.?

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The statement that "incarceration rates are so high that it is a defining feature of entire communities" is true. Mass incarceration has impacted certain communities disproportionately and has become a major issue in discussions of race and social justice. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Research has shown that prisoners often struggle with reentry and face difficulty adapting to society post-release, incarceration does not necessarily decrease crime rates, and while incarceration has been around for a long time, the term "mass incarceration" refers specifically to the recent increase in imprisonment rates.

Which of the Following Is True About Mass Incarceration in the U.S