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rayancarla1 · **on:** Aug 17, 2018

Ruth's attorney advises Ruth that it is best if a jury hears the case. Ruth's attorney also advises that she does not testify at her trial because he is fearful that Ruth may implicate herself in the crime. Which amendment specifies that Ruth does not have to be a witness against herself at trial?

a. Fourth Amendment
b. Fifth Amendment
c. Sixth Amendment
d. Seventh Amendment

Question 2

Ruth decides to take her chances and plead not guilty. She wants to go to trial. Ruth believes that it will be better for a judge to decide questions of legality and fact. This type of trial is known as a:

a. bench trial.
b. court trial.
c. judge trial.
d. jury trial.