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Which of the following BEST explains the significance of the Miranda v. Arizona trial of 1966?

A.
It proved that state court systems were inherently faulty.
B.
It resulted in the release of many convicted kidnappers.
C.
It ignited a battle between state supreme courts and federal supreme courts.
D.
It resulted in the creation of Miranda Rights, a statement that all police must read to suspects.

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D. It resulted in the creation of Miranda Rights, a statement that all police must read to suspects.

The significance of the Miranda v. Arizona trial was that it established the requirement for law enforcement to inform suspects of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney, thereby safeguarding against self-incrimination.