Which Standard Solely Considers Whether the Accused Is Able to Distinguish

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which standard solely considers whether the accused is able to distinguish right from wrong?

• A)The Durham rule
• B)The substantial capacity test
• C)The M'Naghten rule
• D)The irresistible impulse test

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Definitions:

Deviance

Actions or behaviors that violate societal norms or rules, which can result in social disapproval or sanctions.

Functionalist Theory

A sociological perspective that interprets each part of society in terms of how it contributes to the stability and functionality of the whole.

Conflict Theory

A sociological perspective that emphasizes the role of power struggles and inequality in shaping social relations and societal structures.

Social Structure

The organized pattern of social relationships and social institutions that together compose society, determining the behavior of individuals and groups.