Final answer:
During jury selection, attorneys may use peremptory strikes to disqualify prospective jurors for various reasons, but cannot remove them based on their race, to prevent racial discrimination and ensure a fair trial.The correct option is c.
Step-by-step explanation:
When choosing a trial jury, an attorney may use peremptory strikes to remove prospective jurors for any reason except: the correct answer is c. Race. During the jury selection process, both the prosecution and defense have the right to ensure that jurors are impartial and able to decide the case without prejudice, as mandated by the Sixth Amendment. However, peremptory strikes cannot be used to dismiss potential jurors based solely on their race, which would violate protections against racial discrimination in jury selection. This is to avoid any bias that may arise from the composition of the jury itself. Gender and age are also generally not acceptable reasons for peremptory strikes as they can reflect unconstitutional discrimination.