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The method & results of examining whether changing correction system variables (such as number of personnel, & level of appropriations), have any effect on the success or failure of the output of the system "revolves around the hypothesis that the traditional model linking inadequate appropriations & inadequate personnel to recidivism is not valid." A parole system in a single state is studied to determine the validity of the hypothesis. The type of release & the presence or absence of supervision had little impact on the success or failure of releases. Apparently, such factors as type of release, type of supervision, size of caseload, or type of institution have little impact on the exinmate's life. Cross-state comparisons aided an attempt to isolate the pattern of variables that impact on correctional policy outputs. The Sharkansky & Hofferbert measures of the economic & political environments of the states are utilized as inputs. Outputs include measures of correctional system supports & correctional system success or failure. Corrections of 6 variables are the basis of analysis. The mode of analysis utilizes path coefficients that measure the amount of variation in a particular variable directly attributable to another variable. Conclusions revolve around findings that indicate that simply providing more money, more personnel, & the like, will have little appreciable impact on correctional success, as that success is typically measured. 5 Figures, 3 Tables. S. Coler.