International law sets limits on the conduct of war.Limits set on acts regarded as justifiable in war are referred to as __________.
A)de facto combat
B)habeas corpus law
C)jus ad bellum
D)de jure contract
E)jus in bello

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The limits set on acts regarded as justifiable in war are referred to as "jus in bello," which means "law in war." It pertains to the conduct of warfare and the treatment of prisoners of war. The other options are incorrect: A) de facto combat refers to actual fighting, not limitations on conduct; B) habeas corpus law pertains to the right to a fair trial and is not specific to war; C) jus ad bellum pertains to the justifications for going to war, not limitations on conduct; and D) de jure contract pertains to legally binding agreements, not limitations on conduct in war.

International Law Sets Limits on the Conduct of War