Which of the following does the text identify as an important built-in characteristic of the criminal justice system in the United States?
A) Standardization-treating all people the same way
B) Discretion-deciding each case on its own merits
C) Thoroughness-everyone who commits a crime should be charged
D) Deterrence-basing all actions on deterring more crime

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The text identifies discretion as an important built-in characteristic of the criminal justice system in the United States. This means that decisions are made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account individual circumstances and factors, rather than treating everyone the same way.

Which of the Following Does the Text Identify as an Important