Principle: "The severity of punishment should be proportional to the harm caused." Which follows?

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B) A person who accidentally breaks a window should receive a lesser punishment than someone who commits arson. Breaking a window causes less harm than arson. Proportional punishment requires lesser punishment for lesser harm.

Principle: "The severity of punishment should be proportional to the harm caused." Which follows?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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