In prison, _____ of inmates have less than a high-school education. In the U.S. population over 18 years of age, _____ of people have less than a high-school education.
A) 10.1%; 2.7%
B) 16.4%; 5.0%
C) 20.3%; 8.8%
D) 30.6%; 12.4%

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In prison, a significantly higher percentage of inmates have less than a high-school education compared to the general U.S. population over 18 years of age. The correct figures are 30.6% for inmates and 12.4% for the general population, highlighting the educational disparities that correlate with incarceration rates.

In Prison, _____ of Inmates Have Less Than a High-School