In practice, the ascendancy of rehabilitation meant that the components of the criminal justice system were now organized to __________ offenders. However, close observers of our correctional system would recognize that this was more myth than reality.

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The sentence states that the ascendancy of rehabilitation meant that the components of the criminal justice system were organized to reform offenders. This implies that rehabilitation was the main goal, and therefore, choice A, "reform," is the best choice. Choices B, "incapacitate," and C, "punish," are not mentioned in the sentence as the main goal. Choice D, "spiritually transform," is not supported by the sentence.

In Practice, the Ascendancy of Rehabilitation Meant That the Components