Which of the following questions best corresponds to a defendant's competence to stand trial?
A)Does the defendant have an adequate understanding of the legal system?
B)What was the defendant's mental condition at the time of the alleged offense?
C)What are the prospects for the defendant's rehabilitation?
D)Was the defendant of legal age at the time of the alleged offense?

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A defendant's competence to stand trial pertains to their ability to understand the legal system, participate in their defense, and assist their attorney. The other options pertain to the defendant's mental state at the time of the alleged offense, their prospects for rehabilitation, or their age, but do not directly relate to their current competence to stand trial.

Which of the Following Questions Best Corresponds to a Defendant's