Question

Which of the following is Not an advantage of classification? Question 11 options: a) Can reduce institutional tension by placing inmates in the prison in which they can function more effectively. b) Can aim to place inmates in more secure and expensive housing than they really need. c) Can better ensure a safe environment for both staff and inmates. d) Can separate rival gang members from each other.

Answer 1

Answer:  b) Can aim to place inmates in more secure and expensive housing than they really need.

Explanation: Classification is used in prison to ensure inmate safety and maintain order. It separates dangerous inmates from those who are less so. It also distributes resources more efficiently by making administration more effective in designing rehabilitation programs that are suitable for a group of inmates.

All the options above are some of the other advantages of classification. Although not an advantage, it is true than some inmates who should be less expensive facilities will be assigned to more secure and expensive housing than they really need as a result of classification.