Several State Legislatures Are Reconsidering the Death Penalty in the Light

question 87

Multiple Choice

Several state legislatures are reconsidering the death penalty in the light of ________.

• A)the increased use of DNA evidence that has exonerated a number of individuals convicted of crimes
• B)the increased activism surrounding the rights of the underprivileged
• C)the rapid development in technology
• D)higher literacy rates among the poor
• E)the increased activism surrounding the rights of minority communities

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Definitions:

Mechanoreceptors

Sensory receptors in the body that respond to mechanical pressure or distortion, including touch, pressure, vibration, and sound.

Photoreceptors

Specialized cells located in the retina of the eye that are sensitive to light and enable vision.

Glutamate

An important neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in learning and memory, also serving as a flavor enhancer in food.

Umami

One of the five basic tastes, often described as savory or meaty, associated with flavors of broth, cheese, and soy sauce.