The statement that "Punishments were equal across all social statuses" was NOT found in the Code of Hammurabi. In fact, the Code had different punishments for individuals depending on their social status, with harsher penalties for lower-status individuals compared to higher-status individuals.
Which of the following was NOT found in the Code of Hammurabi?
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Both the accused and the accuser can present evidence.
Both the accused and the accuser can present evidence. - no response given
Punishments were equal across all social statuses.
Punishments were equal across all social statuses. - not selected, this is the correct answer
A person was assumed innocent until proven guilty.
A person was assumed innocent until proven guilty. - incorrect
Laws regarding fair wages for a farmer.
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