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Cesare Beccaria's philosophy against cruel and unusual punishment is most closely reflected in which amendment in the Bill of Rights?

A) Eighth Amendment

B) Tenth Amendment

C) First Amendment

D) Second Amendment

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A is the answer, the 8th amendment prohibits the federal government from imposing excessive bail, excessive fines, or cruel and unusual punishments
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