The Purpose of the Double Jeopardy Clause Is to Ensure

question 50

True/False

The purpose of the Double Jeopardy Clause is to ensure that the government does not make repeated efforts to retry individuals for an alleged offense after an acquittal, thereby making the individual live in a continuing state of anxiety and insecurity.

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Definitions:

Behaviorism

A field of psychology that studies observable behavior, emphasizing the role of environmental factors in shaping behavior through learning.

Learned Habits

Behaviors that are acquired through repetition and practice, often becoming automatic responses to specific situations.

Response Systems

The various ways in which an organism reacts to stimuli, encompassing physiological, emotional, and behavioral responses.

Watson

John B. Watson, an American psychologist who founded the psychological school of behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of observable behaviors over internal processes.