When the Jury Is Unable to Come to a Decision

question 12

Multiple Choice

When the jury is unable to come to a decision on a case, this is known as a

• A) disabled jury.
• B) hung jury.
• C) sequestered jury.
• D) cancelled jury.

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Definitions:

American Adults

Individuals over the age of 18 who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

Hypothalamus Damage

Harm or injury to the hypothalamus, a region of the brain responsible for hormone release and regulation of basic drives such as hunger, thirst, and temperature control.

Weight Gain

The increase in body weight over a period of time, which can result from an increase in muscle mass, fat deposits, or excess fluid retention.

Prevalence of Obesity

The proportion of a population found to be obese, often used to assess public health and nutritional status.