Though in the Past Some States Have Approved of Executing

question 54

Multiple Choice

Though in the past some states have approved of executing offenders as young as 15, the Supreme Court has held that no one under the age of_______________  when they committed a capital offense shall be sentenced to death.

• A) 16
• B) 17
• C) 18
• D) 19

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Definitions:

Personality Disorder

A type of mental disorder involving enduring patterns of inner experience and behavior that deviates significantly from the expectations of the individual's culture.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of weight or shape.

Distorted Perception

An inaccurate view or interpretation of something, often due to psychological factors affecting the perception of reality.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of disregard for, or violation of, the rights of others.