Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Crack cocaine is the most abused drug in the U.S.
2. Sentencing guidelines for sentences other than mandatory minimum sentences are
only advisory.
3. All gambling games are games of skill.
4. Obscenity can only involve sexual activity.
5. Child pornography is only illegal if it fails the Miller test.


1. False
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. False

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and corrections before it reached its final form. The Track Changes feature was used to highlight the various changes made by each person, and the final draft of the letter was in the form of a Word file. After proofreading the document, and "accepting" all changes to the document, Jim sent the letter to opposing counsel as an attachment to an e-mail. What precautions should Jim have taken before sending the letter? What safeguards are available to protect the sensitive content? What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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