Which of the following statements is an example of correctional quackery?
A) using correctional interventions based on results from a meta-analysis of 150 studies
B) using correctional interventions based on empirical evidence
C) using correctional interventions based on previous experience
D) using correctional interventions based on previous successful interventions

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Correctional quackery refers to practices or interventions in the correctional field that lack a solid foundation in scientific evidence or empirical research. While options A, B, and D suggest reliance on research, meta-analysis, empirical evidence, or proven success, option C implies a reliance on anecdotal evidence or personal experience without necessarily considering the broader body of scientific research or evidence-based practices, which can lead to ineffective or harmful outcomes.

Which of the Following Statements Is an Example of Correctional