Studies indicate that __________ are overrepresented in the jail population.
A. Whites
B. Hispanics
C. African-Americans
D. Asians
I Think it's B, but not sure.
No. This fact has been publicized a lot in the last few years.
http://www.google.com/#q=overrepresented+in+the+jail+population
According to studies, the correct answer is C. African-Americans are overrepresented in the jail population.
To determine which group is overrepresented in the jail population, we would need to examine the demographics of the larger society and compare it to the demographics of the jail population.
One way to find this information is by referring to official statistics or reports from government agencies such as the Bureau of Justice Statistics or the Federal Bureau of Prisons. These organizations regularly collect and analyze data on the demographic characteristics of individuals in the criminal justice system.
By analyzing this data, we can identify disparities in the representation of various racial and ethnic groups in the jail population. It is important to note that these disparities may vary by jurisdiction, so a nationwide or local study might yield different results.