The Durham (1954) Decision Suggested That Insanity Was ____

question 68

Multiple Choice

The Durham (1954) decision suggested that insanity was ____.

• A) an improper way for defendants to avoid responsibility
• B) too frequently successful, particularly in violent crimes
• C) always based on irresistible impulse
• D) a product of mental disease or defect as defined by mental health professionals

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Definitions:

Private Owner

An individual or entity that exclusively owns a property or business.

Conserve

To use resources carefully and efficiently to avoid waste and ensure sustainability for future generations.

Future Value

The value of a current asset at a specified date in the future based on an assumed rate of growth over time.

Water Resource Economists

Specialists who analyze the use, management, and conservation of water resources through the lens of economic theories and models.