The Defense of Mistake of Fact Ultimately Rests on Proving

question 72

Multiple Choice

The defense of mistake of fact ultimately rests on proving a(n) :

• A) presumption of guilt.
• B) lack of intent.
• C) existence of extenuating circumstances.
• D) ignorance of the law.

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Definitions:

Alpha Levels

A threshold value that determines the significance level of a statistical test, representing the probability of rejecting a true null hypothesis (committing a Type I error).

Two-tailed Test

A statistical test that considers the possibility of both positive and negative differences or effects.

Research Hypothesis

A specific and testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

Alternative Hypothesis

A hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis, suggesting that there is a statistical effect or a significant difference in the population.