What was the critical essence of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Furman v. Georgia (1972)?

A. It found the death penalty was cruel and unusual punishment.
B. It reinstated the death penalty.
C. It prohibited executing those who were insane.
D. It prohibited execution of juveniles.


A. It found the death penalty was cruel and unusual punishment.

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A. automated kiosk reporting (AKR) B. GPS monitors C. radiofrequency identification device (RFID) D. remote alcohol detection (RAD)

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What will be an ideal response?

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