A private prison:
A)Is a prison for terrorists that does not reveal the prisoners' identities.
B)Is operated by a private firm on behalf of government.
C)House no more than 50 prisoners.
D)Houses military prisoners.

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A private prison is a prison that is owned and operated by a private company on behalf of the government. These companies are contracted to manage and operate prisons as a way to save money for the government. The use of private prisons is a controversial issue as some argue that they prioritize profit over the rehabilitation and well-being of prisoners.

A Private Prison