Competence to stand trial as a "sufficient present ability to consult with one's attorney with a reasonable degree of rational understanding, and a rational, as well as a factual understanding of the proceedings" describes

A. Ford v. Wainwright
B. Dusky v. United States
C. Johnson v. Zerbst
D. Gideon v. Wainwright

B

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