The ______ defense excuses an individual from guilt who commits a crime to avoid a threat of imminent bodily harm.

a. necessity
b. duress
c. insanity
d. intoxication


b. duress

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During cross-examination, the witness's bias or prejudice is never at issue

a. True b. False

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Constitutional and institutional powers are also called:

a. enumerated and implied powers. b. explicit and ambiguous powers. c. direct and oblique powers. d. executive and legislative powers. e. none of the above.

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How many people are victims of identity theft?

A. 1 in 10 B. 1 in 20 C. 1 in 30 D. 1 in 40

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The majority of jail inmates are unconvicted but have had prior convictions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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