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According to at least one study, male offenders
 
  A. receive less harsh sentences than female offenders.
  B. are less likely to receive prison sentences.
  C. receive longer sentences for property and drug offenses.
  D. are more likely to receive prison sentences for committing a violent offense.

Question 2

According to the focal concerns theory of judicial decision making, what do judges focus on when making decisions?
 
  A. the defendant's blameworthiness
  B. protection of the community
  C. consequences of the sentence
  D. all of the above



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D



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