Which amendment prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment?
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Correct answer: Eighth Amendment
The Eighth Amendment limits punishments and financial penalties imposed by the government. It reflected a broader concern that government power should not be used in harsh or arbitrary ways.
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