Question 85 Which of the following is not consistent with the consensus paradign? Crime is objectively defined. Law is representative of the ruling classes only. Law unifies society. Law resolves conflicts fairly.
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The consensus paradigm in the context of law and society suggests that there is a general agreement among the members of a society about what constitutes acceptable behavior and that the law reflects this consensus. It implies that the law is fair, unifies Show more…
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