A law that is not consistently enforced

Answer choices

1. A

   Too Broad3% picked this

   the exercise of

   The passage discusses the misuse of power when enforcement is biased, but not the mere exercise of power in itself. Real law will involve the exercise of power, as the transgressors need to be punished, but this is too broad to capture the main point, because the author specifies proper vs. improper exercises of power.

   3%
2. B

   Too Weak17% picked this

   authorizing the enforcement of

   The passage discusses enforcement, not just authorizing enforcement of punishments. It implies something beyond the mere authorization — actual, consistent, and fair enforcement.

   17%
3. C

   Correct73% picked this

   the unbiased punishment of prohibited

   Why this is right

   This matches the core message of the passage regarding unbiased and fair punishment as essential to the real institution of law. A very clear connection to the unbiased enforcement and punishment of prohibited behavior.

   Skill tested: Main Conclusion · how this choice captures the argument's function is the move to repeat next time.

   73%
4. D

   Assumption-Bait6% picked this

   understanding the purpose of

   While understanding the purpose of law might be inferred as important, the passage predominantly highlights the necessity of fair enforcement, not just purpose understanding.

   6%
5. E

   Assumption-Bait1% picked this

   clearly defining unacceptable

   Although defining unacceptable behavior is an element of law making, the passage focuses more on the law's enforcement rather than its definition.

   1%