Typically, the main objective of a civil lawsuit is to

A) punish a wrongdoer.
B) seek compensation.
C) deter others from committing a similar offense.
D) protect society.


B) seek compensation.

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Which of the following measures to detect, prevent and punish corruption involves promising immunity to an officer who is found to be corrupt?

A) field associates programs B) integrity testing C) turning D) None of the above.

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Which of the following was identified as being a key motivation for street prostitutes?

a. money b. housing c. desire d. company

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Slayer and his associates submit that their economic plight (“being broke”) compelled themto take drastic measures to earn money. This defense might be deemed economic duress and is _______________ in court

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State training schools always have religious training and instruction

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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