Question

According to the "Doctrine of Harmonious Construction," when two provisions of a statute are in conflict: 

A The later provision always prevails.
B The provision in the larger interest of the state prevails.
C They should be interpreted so as to give effect to both, if possible.
D The more specific provision is struck down.
E The provision with penal consequences prevails.
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