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Use the scenario to answer the question.
Ned was accused of shoplifting. He chose to plead not-guilty to the charges. A jury was selected and a trial was held. The jury deliberated and decided he was guilty. His punishment was to complete 100 hours of community service.
What power of government does this represent?
Question 14 options:
A)
Judicial branch interpreting if laws are constitutional
B)
Legislative branch making laws to help the community
C)
Judicial branch ensuring justice is served
D)
Executive branch enforcing laws
1 answer
The scenario describes a trial where a jury finds Ned guilty of shoplifting, and he is assigned a punishment. This process of a trial and judgment represents the function of the judicial branch in the government.
Thus, the correct answer is:
C) Judicial branch ensuring justice is served
