Which of the Following Is a Finding from the Research

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a finding from the research on the influence of courtroom factors?

• A)A severe potential punishment (for example,a death penalty)makes jurors less willing to convict.
• B)Experienced jurors' judgments do not differ from those of novice jurors.
• C)Defendants are judged less harshly when the victim is attractive or has suffered greatly.
• D)Jurors' judgments of blame and punishment are unaffected by the victim's characteristics.

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Definitions:

Paregoric

An opium tincture used historically to treat diarrhea by decreasing bowel movements and to alleviate pain with its sedative effects.

Schedule I

A category of controlled substances that have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use in the United States, and lack accepted safety for use under medical supervision.

Abuse Potential

The likelihood or risk that a substance, often a drug, can lead to dependency or addiction in users.

Controlled Substances

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