The jury believes that the defendant is guilty. Although they are not completely free from doubt, and they do recognize that the defense’s counterargument could potentially be true, the jury agrees that the chances are so remote that it is almost impossible. Based on this information, they would most likely ______.
A. tell the judge that they are unable to decide on a verdict because some doubt exists
B. acquit the defendant because there are some doubts, even though they are unlikely
C. find the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
D. find the defendant guilty due to a preponderance of evidence
C. find the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
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