The Determination as to Whether a Confession Is Involuntary Is

question 22

Multiple Choice

The determination as to whether a confession is involuntary is based on the ______ surrounding a confession.

• A)probable cause
• B)totality of the circumstances
• C)preponderance of the evidence
• D)reasonable suspicion

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Definitions:

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The cognitive bias that a person's actions always bring morally fair and fitting consequences to that person, essentially "you get what you deserve."

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