Advocates of the public defender system would point to which of the following as an advantage of the system?
a) It helps to manage fees paid to private lawyers.
b) It allows impoverished clients the chance for a fair trial.
c) It gives the defendant a chance to assist in his or her defense.
d) It helps the prosecutor form a case.
e) It helps the judge decide a case.
Answer: B
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