When defendants plead nolo contendere, they

A. admit guilt but are not willing to accept punishment.
B. do not admit guilt but are willing to accept punishment.
C. admit guilt and are willing to accept punishment.
D. do not admit guilt and are not willing to accept punishment.


Answer: B

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