As a result of our federal form of government, the death penalty in the United States
A) is mandatory.
B) is in violation of the Eighth Amendment.
C) is permissible at the federal level, but banned at the state level.
D) varies substantially by state.
E) is permissible because it is not considered cruel and unusual punishment.
Answer: D
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