Answer:
This decision: Is correct because the lack of direct interaction removes the concern of undue influence that might occur with contact with prisoners
Step-by-step explanation:
According to the exempt criteria of the 45 CFR 46.104(d)(4) of the Office for Human Research Protections (HHS), secondary research dealing with recorded data, without direct interaction with subjects of the study, is exempt of a IRB review, as there is little or no associated risk to study participants.