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james0929

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The test for whether an error by trial counsel constitutes ineffective assistance of counsel is whether the
 
  a. defendant got a fair trial.
  b. defendant is guilty.
  c. defendant could have gotten a better deal by plea bargaining.
  d. trial cannot be relied upon to have produced a just result.

Question 2

Civil libertarians fear that the USA Patriot Act gives the government too much power and allows it to monitor the daily activities of ordinary citizens under the guise of national security.
 
  a. True
   b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



Sassygurl126

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

TRUE



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