At Which Point in the Criminal Process for a Felony

question 4

Multiple Choice

At which point in the criminal process for a felony offense is the defendant formally notified of the charges?

• A) booking
• B) initial appearance
• C) arraignment
• D) during the pretrial motions

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Definitions:

Punishment

Punishment involves the application of an undesirable consequence to reduce an unwanted behavior.

Conditioned Reinforcer

A stimulus that has acquired the capacity to reinforce behaviors through its association with a primary reinforcer.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies a basic natural need, such as food or water, and motivates behavior without the need for learning.

Squirt of Water

A quick, sudden release of a small amount of water, often used in experiments as a form of stimulus or response.