Which of the following is least likely to be considered a mitigating factor at the sentencing stage in a death penalty case?
A) evidence of PTSD
B) age of the offender
C) gender of the offender
D) history of abuse by parents

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The gender of the offender is not typically considered a mitigating factor in a death penalty case, as it is not seen as relevant to the specific circumstances of the crime committed. Factors such as evidence of PTSD, age of the offender, and history of abuse by parents may be seen as mitigating because they can help provide context for the offender's actions and suggest that they may not have been entirely in control of their behavior.

Which of the Following Is Least Likely to Be Considered