Which of the Following Is a Defining Characteristic of the Rule

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of the rule of law?

• A)all trials must be conducted within 9 months of charges
• B)youth and adult trials should take place in separate courts
• C)trials should be conducted fairly at every stage of the trial process
• D)a person must be seen by the court within at least 48 hours after arrest

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External Cost

A cost incurred by a third party who did not agree to the action causing the cost.

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The additional cost of producing one more unit of a product or service.

External Cost

Costs that are not borne by the individuals or entities responsible for producing or consuming a good or service, often affecting third parties.

Marginal Cost

The increase in total production costs resulting from the production of one additional unit of a product or service.