Which Constitutional Amendment has been a factor in determining the legality of the death penalty?

a. First Amendment c. Sixth Amendment
b. Fifth Amendment d. Eighth Amendment


D
The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment, and the death penalty has been debated as to whether it is cruel and unusual punishment.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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a. require recruits have a bachelor's degree b. require recruits have an associate's degree c. encourage and promote higher education for its officers d. prevent officers from receiving higher education

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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