Question

question 5 of 10 which of these modern legal concepts has roots in the roman legal system? a. the government should take responsibility for the actions of individuals. b. the government should appoint a dictator in times of crisis. c. a person who causes damage to another should be punished. d. a person who is wealthy should be considered innocent in court.

Explanation:

Roman law emphasized principles of justice and liability. The idea that a person who causes damage to another should face punishment is a fundamental concept rooted in Roman legal - thought. Option A is not a Roman - derived concept as individual responsibility was more emphasized in Roman law. Option B, while there were dictators in Roman times, modern governments do not generally appoint dictators in the Roman sense. Option D goes against the principles of justice in Roman law which strived for fairness regardless of wealth.

Answer:

C. A person who causes damage to another should be punished.