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Which term is commonly used to describe law as a science and as the art of justice?

Legislation

Jurisprudence (correct)

Regulation

Enforcement

What are the two main ways state-enforced laws can be made?

By a group legislature or by a single legislator, or by judges through precedent

By the executive through decrees and regulations, or established by judges through precedent

By a group legislature or by a single legislator, or by the executive through decrees and regulations (correct)

By the executive through decrees and regulations, or by judges through precedent

What can private individuals create that are legally binding contracts?

State-enforced laws

Social institutions

Arbitration agreements (correct)

Standard court litigation

What may influence the creation of laws?

<p>Written constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does law shape society?

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Law and Its Characteristics

Jurisprudence is the term commonly used to describe law as a science and as the art of justice.

Sources of Law

There are two main ways state-enforced laws can be made: • Through legislation (such as acts of parliament or congress) • Through judicial decisions (such as court judgments)

Contracts

Private individuals can create legally binding contracts, known as agreements, which are voluntary and enforceable by law.

Law Creation Influences

The creation of laws can be influenced by factors such as: • Social and cultural norms • Political and economic conditions • Moral and ethical values

Law and Society

Law shapes society in several ways, including: • Regulatory and normative functions (e.g., setting standards and rules) • Distributive functions (e.g., allocating resources and wealth) • Constitutive functions (e.g., shaping social institutions and relationships)

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Test your knowledge of law with this quiz! Explore the various aspects of this complex subject, from the definition and purpose of law to the different types of legislation. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the science and art of justice.