A forensic practitioner's decisions relating to insanity and incompetence must be guided by what?

a. Research
b. The DSM-5
c. The totality of the circumstances
d. The hiring attorney


Answer: c

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What method has been used with sexual offenders in 20 states amid widespread controversy?

a. medical castration b. chemical castration c. civil commitment d. death penalty

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According to a 2012 public opinion survey, American voters believe

a. too few people are in prison. b. more nonviolent offenders need to be imprisoned. c. too little money is being spent on imprisonment. d. too many people are in prison.

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Officer Brown believes his role is keeping the peace and preserving the social order, yet he is very careful not to violate the constitutional rights of individuals. According to Broderick, he would be considered a(n):

a. realist. b. optimist. c. enforcer. d. idealist.

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The minimum coverage for vehicle liability insurance for bodily injury to or death of all persons as a result of any one accident is:

a. $5,000 b. $15,000 c. $30,000 d. $50,000

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