In the Hinckley case, the prosecutor was burdened to demonstrate beyond a reasonable doubt that __________.
A) the concept of insanity has never been adequately proven and should not factor into the verdict
B) Hinckley did not have capacity to control his behavior and appreciate its wrongfulness.
C) Hinckley had the capacity to control his behavior and appreciate its wrongfulness.
D) Hinckley had never exhibited any psychological problems before the assassination attempt and therefore his attempt had malevolent intentions.
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