Which of the following is meant to ensure that sentences for federal crimes are reasonable?

A. required standards of proof
B. mandated sentencing guidelines
C. broad sentencing discretion
D. appellate review of sentences


Ans: D. appellate review of sentences

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The capitalistic system expects everyone not to behave in a (somewhat) greedy fashion.

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

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A social system designed to maintain order and regulate interactions is referred to as a formal system of ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following terms refers to the authority to make decisions without reference to specific rules or facts, relying on one's own judgment?

A) Exchange B) Due process C) System D) Discretion E) Disparity

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In most parts of the world, the term civil law refers to a legal tradition based on ________; but in the United States, civil law more commonly refers to _________

a. custom / violations against the state b. canon law / indigenous law c. wrongs against individuals / violations against public morals d. written codes / a specific type of law dealing with private wrongs

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