Jane Is a Mother of Two

question 33

Multiple Choice

Jane is a mother of two. After killing her husband in a fit of rage, she was charged with second-degree murder. According to state sentencing guidelines, Jane should have been sentenced to twelve to twenty years in prison. The judge instead sentenced Jane to ten years in prison since she had no prior criminal record and had two young children to raise. In this scenario, which of the following factors is likely to have influenced the judge's decision?

• A) Aggravating circumstances
• B) The chivalry effect
• C) The halo effect
• D) General deterrence

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Definitions:

Cryonics

The practice of freezing individuals who have died, with the hope that future technology may revive and cure them.

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