Principle: "The severity of punishment should be proportional to the harm caused." Which follows?
A
All crimes should receive the same punishment
B
A person who accidentally breaks a window should receive a lesser punishment than someone who commits arson
C
Repeat offenders should not be punished more harshly
D
Intent should not matter in sentencing
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Breaking a window causes less harm than arson. Proportional punishment requires lesser punishment for lesser harm.
💡 Why is B) the correct answer?
The correct answer to the question "Principle: "The severity of punishment should be proportional to the harm caused." Which follows?" is Option B: A person who accidentally breaks a window should receive a lesser punishment than someone who commits arson.
The other options — A) All crimes should receive the same punishment, C) Repeat offenders should not be punished more harshly, D) Intent should not matter in sentencing — are incorrect for this LSAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: Breaking a window causes less harm than arson. Proportional punishment requires lesser punishment for lesser harm.
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