In Atkins v. Virginia, the Court’s decision is based on the claim that __________

a. Mentally retarded persons generally know the difference between right and
wrong.
b. Persons under the age of 16 cannot be tried for capital cases.
c. Capital punishment is cruel and unusual and thus in violation of the
Constitution of the United States.
d. Capital punishment serves both a retributive and deterrent role in society.


ANS: A

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