The presence of a dissenting juror is desirable because they encourage other jurors to
a. consider the evidence more carefully.
b. discuss their original biases.
c. convict on the more serious offense.
d. reach a speedy and accurate verdict.
Answer: A
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A) can logically derive them from societal needs. B) have faith and commitment. C) can rationally obtain them from societal needs. D) can make personal interpretations.
A woman who is in an abusive relationship may want to use some services in her community. According to the discussion of shelters for abused women in the United States,
a. the number of shelters had increased dramatically, partly because of increased public concern. b. on a typical day in the United States, about 25,000 women are currently living in a shelter for abused women. c. there are about 10 times as many shelters in the United States, compared to the number of Canadian shelters, but the US population is close to 10 times as large. d. unfortunately, only the best shelters can offer services such as counseling.