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anshika

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on: Jun 22, 2018

A principle of linguistics that may be helpful in the construction of jury instructions is

A. minimized use of abstract terms
B. decreased use of the passive voice
C. elimination of negatively modified sentences
D. all of the above

Question 2

Which state was the first to finalize plain-English instructions for both civil and criminal trials?

A. New Jersey
B. California
C. Massachusetts
D. Utah

angrybirds13579

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B

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