Question

Analyze the case of Miranda v. Arizona (1966). Which of the following is the most likely reason the justices ruled as they did?(1 point)
Responses

Miranda was not warned of his right to remain silent.
Miranda was not warned of his right to remain silent.

Miranda was not warned of his right to cross-examine witnesses.
Miranda was not warned of his right to cross-examine witnesses.

Miranda was not warned of his right to a phone call.
Miranda was not warned of his right to a phone call.

Miranda was not warned of his right to the takings clause.

Answer 1

Correct answer: Miranda was not warned of his right to remain silent.

Explanation: The Court held that suspects must be informed of their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination (and right to an attorney) before custodial interrogation; Miranda’s confession was inadmissible because he had not received those warnings.