Which of the Following Statements Is True of Competence to Stand

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of competence to stand trial?

• A) Defendants with a long history of psychiatric problems are more likely to be referred for competence evaluations.
• B) Men are more likely than women to be judged incompetent.
• C) European Americans are more likely than members of ethnic minority groups to be judged incompetent.
• D) Defendants referred for competence evaluations tend to be educated, employed, and married.

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Definitions:

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct labor and its expected (or standard) cost during a given period.

Standard Rate

A predetermined cost per unit of measure or rate that is used in budgeting and costing calculations.

Actual Rate

The real, observed rate at which something occurs, often used in financial contexts to specify interest rates or exchange rates.

Poorly Trained Workers

Refers to employees who have not received adequate training to perform their job roles efficiently, leading to potential reductions in productivity and quality.