Raul Harrington's confession was ruled inadmissible by a court of law because he had been deprived of food and water for many hours before confessing. Which of the following methods best describes his treatment?
A) Constraint
B) Arraignment
C) Duress
D) Coerced internalization
Answer: C
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Syria was under ________ rule from 1922 to 1946
a. British b. French c. American d. German