One problem that required compromise when drafting the Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787 involved issues of representation in the lower house of Congress because delegates from slaveholding states wanted slaves counted as full people, and

delegates from non-slaveholding states did not want to count any slaves as people for the purposes of apportioning representation in the House of Representatives.


Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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The Carroll decision established that with probable cause:

a. automobiles may not be searched unless consent is given. b. houses may be searched if the person was arrested in the house. c. individuals associated with an arrested person may be searched. d. automobiles may be searched based on their obvious mobility.

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Kant argued that we ought not only to do what’s right, but ______.

a. we ought not harm others as we do it b. to be aware of the consequences of our actions c. to ensure that we act with a good moral character d. to do it for the right reason or motive

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To dismiss charges against a juvenile knowing that the charges cannot be brought later is deemed __________ prejudice

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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In order for crime to occur, there must be an offender, a victim, and a _____.

A. weapon B. motive C. location D. conflict

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