A Jury Must Decide Whether a Defendant, Already Judged Guilty

question 76

Multiple Choice

A jury must decide whether a defendant, already judged guilty, should receive the death penalty. They are told that the defendant committed the crime after years of physical abuse, a fact that could argue for a sentence less than death. This is an example of a(n) _______________ factor.

• A)discretionary
• B)disparity
• C)aggravating
• D)mitigating

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Definitions:

Implicit Memories

Memories which are not consciously recalled but influence behaviors and knowledge, such as skills learned through repetition.

Explore the Unconscious

A psychoanalytic process aimed at uncovering, understanding, and integrating the parts of the mind that are not readily accessible or conscious.

Free Association

A psychoanalytic therapy technique where the patient vocalizes stream of consciousness thoughts without censorship, revealing unconscious processes.

Reduce Anxiety

Strategies or actions aimed at decreasing feelings of worry, fear, or tension, often involving relaxation techniques, exercise, therapy, or medication.