To reduce a homicide from _____________ to voluntary manslaughter, it must generally be shown that there was sufficient provocation to excite in the defendant's mind such anger, rage, or terror as would obscure an ordinary person's reasoning and render the person incapable of cool reflection
a. first-degree murder
b. mayhem
c. reckless homicide
d. wrongful death
A
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a. Actus reus. b. Mens rea. c. Malum prohibitum. d. Concurrence.
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The ethical concern regarding expert witnesses is about whether they are really:?
a. paid. b. expensive. c. recognizable. d. reliable.
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From the following data, calculate the z-score.
a.1.23
b.-1.23
c.2.00
d.-2.00
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Public policy programs based on developmental theory:
a. focus on deterrence through strict punishments. b. include mechanisms for reintegrating offenders into society. c. provide self-help treatments aimed at adult offenders. d. feature multi-systemic treatments designed for at-risk youths.
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