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A Twin Study Examining the Heritability of Criminal Behaviour Finds

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A twin study examining the heritability of criminal behaviour finds that people who had biological parents and adoptive parents who both had criminal records were the most likely to be criminals themselves. This example best illustrates _______.


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Judicial Review

The power of courts to assess whether a law or governmental action is consistent with the Constitution and, if not, to declare it invalid.

Federalism

A political system that combines a general government (the federal or national government) with regional governments (states or provinces) in a single political system.

Shared Powers

Constitutional powers that are shared by both the state and federal government, allowing for a balance between centralized and local authority.

Federal Judges

Judges appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate to serve in the federal court system, including the Supreme Court, Courts of Appeals, and District Courts.

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