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Which philosophy teaches that punishments for crimes are necessary but should be reasonable?

A.Buddhism
B.Confucianism
C.Daoism
D.Legalism

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D. Legalism

Step-by-step explanation:

Legalism is a philosophy that based on the assumption that most humans will most likely act based on their self-interest. Often times, their self-interest clashed with one another and it can create conflict.

To deal with this, a legal system was created.

Legal system specify the things that can and cannot do by each members of the society. It will give punishments for those who dare to violate the rules that imposed by the system.

According to legalism, punishments for crimes were important to encourage the people to control their selfish impulses. But, the punishment should not be overboard. The system had to provide opportunities for the wrongdoers to repent and get back into a productive member of society.

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