Suppose that, during jury selection for a burglary trial, the lawyer for the prosecution determines that she does not want a potential juror named Ingrid Malone on the jury. Ingrid has stated that she has been in and out of mental institutions her whole life and that she sees nothing wrong with a little burglary now and then. Ingrid even offers up the idea that "all burglars should be free to burgle." The prosecution lawyer suggests to the judge that Ingrid is highly biased and should be removed from the jury panel. The judge agrees and has her quickly removed. This process is known as ____.

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This process is known as a "challenge for cause," where a potential juror is removed due to a specific reason indicating they cannot be impartial, such as bias or preconceived notions about the case.

Suppose That, During Jury Selection for a Burglary Trial, the Lawyer