What Is the Level of Functional Illiteracy in First World

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the level of functional illiteracy in first world countries (i.e. only rudimentary skills at reading and unable to extract simple information from printed materials) ?

• A) 5%
• B) 10%
• C) 15%
• D) 20%

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Definitions:

Mens Rea

A legal term referring to the intent or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime.

Actus Reus

The physical act of committing a crime, as opposed to the mental intent to commit the crime.

Responsible Corporate Officer Doctrine

A common law doctrine under which the court may impose criminal liability on a corporate officer for actions of employees under her or his supervision regardless of whether she or he participated in, directed, or even knew about those actions.

Criminal Vicarious Liability Doctrine

A legal principle holding one person or entity responsible for the criminal actions of another, typically in an employer-employee relationship.