Which of the Following Is NOT a Principle That Underlies

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a principle that underlies the reforms that Beccaria advocated?

• A) The basis of all social action must be the utilitarian concept of the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
• B) Crime must be considered an injury to society, and the only rational measure of crime is the extent of injury.
• C) The accused have a right to speedy trials and to humane treatment before trial, as well as every right to bring forward evidence on their behalf.
• D) Imprisonment should be more widely employed, with worse quarters to deter offenders.

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Definitions:

Excise Tax

A specific tax levied on certain goods, services, or activities, often included in the price of things like gasoline, alcohol, and tobacco.

Equilibrium Output

The level of output at which the quantity of goods produced equals the quantity of goods demanded, with no excess supply or demand in the market.

Perfectly Inelastic

Describes a situation where the quantity demanded or supplied does not change despite changes in price.

Excise Tax

A tax imposed on the sale of specific goods and services, such as tobacco, alcohol, and gasoline.