A Common Law Test of Criminal Responsibility That Relies on the Defendant's

question 59

Multiple Choice

A common law test of criminal responsibility that relies on the defendant's inability to distinguish right from wrong is the:

• A) Durham Rule
• B) Irresistible-Impulse Test
• C) M'Naughten Rule
• D) Substantial Capacity Test

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Definitions:

Catabolic

Metabolic pathways that break down molecules into smaller units, releasing energy.

Hydrolysis

A chemical reaction in which water breaks bonds between molecules, often leading to the decomposition of complex molecules.

Anion

A negatively charged ion, which moves toward the anode (positive electrode) during electrolysis.

Cation

A positively charged ion that is attracted to the cathode in electrolysis, often found in various biological and environmental systems.