Suppose That the Town of Bumbletree Is Considering Hiring an Additional

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Multiple Choice

Suppose that the Town of Bumbletree is considering hiring an additional police officer.The reduction in crime is estimated to be worth $10 for each of Bumbletree's 5,000 residents.What should the city do?

• A) Hire the police officer because additional safety is priceless.
• B) Hire the police officer if the cost of the new officer is less than $50,000.
• C) Do not hire the police officer because the costs exceed the benefits.
• D) Hire the police officer only if the benefit to the residents exceeds $50,000.

Recognize the consequences of engaging in unauthorized practice of law and the disciplinary sanctions that may be imposed for professional misconduct.

Describe the purpose and types of damages and the concept of malpractice within the legal profession.

Differentiate between various ethical codes and rules adopted by the legal profession, including the ABA's Model Code of Professional Responsibility and Model Rules of Professional Conduct.

Appreciate the significance of ethical conduct in the legal profession and the potential consequences of ethical violations.

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