It is believed that plea bargaining is involved in _____________ of all felony convictions.
a. less than 10 percent
b. about 25 percent
c. nearly 50 percent
d. approximately 75 percent
e. more than 90 percent
Answer: a. less than 10 percent
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false? a. True b. False
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