Which of the following is the standard of proof required to win a civil lawsuit?

A. Beyond a reasonable doubt
B. A preponderance of the evidence
C. A clear and convincing evidence
D. All of these


Answer: B

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a. dependently b. independently c. non-randomly d. quickly

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Political scandals are most likely to occur in but which of the following circumstances?

a. When there is a basic division of power in society b. Where there is an absence of a major external threat to the society c. When power in the society is highly centralized d. When politicians violate norms of proper conduct in political office

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"Concurrence" is the legal term used to describe the necessary time-based linkage of the mens rea and the actus reus of a crime

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Controlled substances are defined as:

a. illegal drugs whose sale, possession, and use are prohibited because of the mind-altering effect of the drugs and the potential for abuse. b. legal drugs whose sale, possession, and use are restricted because of the mind-altering effect of the drugs and the potential for abuse. c. legal drugs whose sale, possession, and use are permitted. d. None of these choices.

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