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Which popularly quoted amendment gives the accused the right to remain silent?

a. Fourth Amendment

b. Fifth Amendment

c. Sixth Amendment

d. Seventh Amendment

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User Fraggley
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Answer:

B. Fifth Amendment

Step-by-step explanation:

Court cases illustrate situations when a person’s silence could be used against him or her, without violating the Fifth Amendment or Miranda. Both involve failure by the defendant to assert the right to silence.

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User Nat Baldwin
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Answer:

B

Step-by-step explanation:

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User Benjamin W
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