Discuss the difference between criminal cases and civil cases.

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Criminal cases are cases in which an individual is charged by the state with violating the laws of the state and the state brings the lawsuit. Civil cases are cases in which an aggrieved party sues for damages, claiming that he or she has been wronged by another individual.

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General elections are generally held to determine which candidate will hold office

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Matching participants

A) becomes easier as the number of matching variables increases. B) increases error variance. C) is best when there are a small number of matching variables. D) requires equal numbers of males and females.

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The due process clause is a feature of which Amendment(s)?

A) Thirteenth B) Fourteenth C) Fifteenth D) Thirteenth and Fifteenth E) First

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The term that describes broad groups of individuals who share an interest in a given social issue is a/an:

A. ethnic group B. ideological camp C. social movement D. distributional group

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