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Which of the following is an example of cruel and unusual punishment?

A severe punishment that is obviously inflicted in wholly arbitrary fashion
A severe punishment that is clearly and totally rejected through out society
A severe punishment that is that is patently unnecessary
all of the above

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all of the above would be the correct answer
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Answer:

all of the above

Step-by-step explanation:

The procedures of a punishment deserve careful consideration before they are employed. They should be avoided. If, however, punishment is unavoidable, then it should be employed as softly as possible and not cruel and abusive punishment.

A cruel and unusual punishment is one that provides abuse to the person being punished. Examples of this type of punishment are:

  • A severe punishment that is obviously inflicted in wholly arbitrary fashion
  • A severe punishment that is clearly and totally rejected through out society
  • A severe punishment that is that is patently unnecessary
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