Which of the following is not an example of a total institution?
A) A convent
B) A university
C) A prison
D) A mental hospital

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A total institution is an organization that centralizes all aspects of life and requires a high degree of control over its members. Convents, prisons, and mental hospitals all fit this definition, as they restrict the freedom and autonomy of their members. Universities, while they may have rules and regulations, do not typically exert the same level of control over their students as total institutions do.

Which of the Following Is Not an Example of a Total