________ is a formal means of social control that involves the use of rules that are interpreted, and are enforceable, by the courts of a political community. The function of the rules is to set limits to the conduct of the citizens, to guide the officials (police and other administrators), and to define conditions of deviance or unacceptable behavior.
A. Procedural law
B. Criminal law
C. Civil law
D. Substantive law
Answer: B
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. stages b. ages c. groups d. none of these
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