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What is common law primarily based on?
What is common law primarily based on?
Common law is often referred to as written law.
Common law is often referred to as written law.
False
What term is used to refer to decisions made in previous cases that guide judges in handling new cases?
What term is used to refer to decisions made in previous cases that guide judges in handling new cases?
precedent
Lower courts must abide by the precedents set by _____ courts.
Lower courts must abide by the precedents set by _____ courts.
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Match the following types of courts with their specific roles:
Match the following types of courts with their specific roles:
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Practical Benefits of Common Law
- Common law evolves through court decisions, rather than legislation.
- Past court decisions, called precedent, shape judgments in new cases.
- Precedents guide judges in handling similar future cases.
- Court decisions in trial, appellate, and special courts develop common law.
- Lower courts must follow precedents established by higher courts (e.g., Supreme Court).
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Explore the practical benefits of common law in this quiz. Learn how court decisions and precedents shape the legal landscape and guide judges in future cases. Understand the role of various courts in developing common law and the importance of adhering to higher court precedents.
