Which of the following best describes plea bargain?

A. It is a common practice in which the prosecution offers to reduce the seriousness of the charge and/or sentence if the defendant affirms that he/she has committed a lesser crime.
B. It is the principle of upholding the rights of all those involved when making a judgment or ruling, including those of the accused or convicted.
C. It refers to the ultimate sentence for a crime in the United States.
D. It refers to the practice in which a group of adult citizens is selected to arrive at a verdict in a criminal case.
E. It refers to the practice of being assigned an attorney when a defendant is unable to afford one.

A

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