How does Hammurabi's Code address social classes? Choose two correct answers. It treats all social classes the same way. It distinguishes different punishments for different social classes. It limits discussion of social classes to crimes involving money. It gives harsher penalties for crimes committed against people of the lower classes. It gives harsher penalties for crimes committed by people of the higher classes.
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Hammurabi's Code addresses social classes in the following ways:
1. It distinguishes different punishments for different social classes.
- The code does recognize social distinctions and often prescribes different punishments based on the social status of individuals involved in a dispute or crime.
2. It gives harsher penalties for crimes committed against people of the lower classes.
- In some cases, the punishments for offenses against individuals of lower social classes were more severe compared to offenses against those of higher social status. The code reflects a hierarchical structure where the penalties could vary based on the status of the parties involved.