Question

an activity that may be handled by the lawyers, although the procedure is monitored by the judge if necessary, is
a. hiring the court reporter.
b. selecting the jury.
c. requesting a bailiffs presence.
d. determining the sentencing.

Explanation:

Jury selection (voir dire) is primarily managed by attorneys, who question potential jurors to select a fair panel. A judge only monitors or intervenes if there are issues like improper questioning or challenges. Hiring court reporters, requesting bailiffs, and determining sentencing are all judge-led or court-administered tasks, not handled by lawyers.

Answer:

B. selecting the jury.