Dr King Has Been Asked to Evaluate Someone in Order

question 83

Multiple Choice

Dr. King has been asked to evaluate someone in order to determine his competence to stand trial. Which of the following factors should he be least interested in?

• A) The person's mental state at the time of the crime
• B) Whether the person understands the pending charges
• C) Whether the person is aware of the proceedings
• D) The person's ability to participate in his own defense

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Definitions:

Preconventional

A stage in Kohlberg's theory of moral development where moral reasoning is based on external consequences and individual needs.

Postconventional

A stage of moral development in which the individual's sense of morality is defined in terms of more abstract principles and values rather than conventional rules or authority figures.

Preliminary

Describes something that comes before the main event, subject, or activity, often serving as an initial or preparatory stage.

Sensitivity

The ability to detect or respond to slight changes, variations, or stimuli.