Which of the following best fits the profile of a death-qualified juror?
A)Jermaine, a young black male who goes to college and works part-time at a bakery
B)Carlotta, a middle-aged Hispanic female who works as a secretary
C)Marcia, a 60-year-old white female, who was a homemaker and now lives with her grandson
D)Arnold, a 45-year-old white male who is a very successful businessman

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Death-qualified jurors are those who are not categorically opposed to the imposition of capital punishment or so in favor of it that they would automatically vote for the death penalty in every case. Arnold's profile as a successful businessman may suggest a more conservative or pragmatic viewpoint, which aligns with the characteristics often associated with death-qualified jurors. Other options do not specifically indicate a clear alignment with the typical profiles of death-qualified jurors based on their provided backgrounds.

Which of the Following Best Fits the Profile of a Death-Qualified