Lex talions is a system of justice in which the principle of an-eye-for-an-eye means ______.
a. when a victim has been physically harmed, it is a punishable offense
b. criminals would be dealt punishment equal to that of the harm caused
c. the victim has a right to retaliate when physically harmed
d. justice is what the victim views justice should be
b. criminals would be dealt punishment equal to that of the harm caused
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