The Common Law Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

The common law is

• A)a deductive system of law where the rules are expounded first and then the court decides the legal situation under the existing rules.
• B)an inductive system of law in which a legal rule is arrived at after consideration of a great many specific instances or cases.
• C)an administrative system of law in which a government official uses a panel of common citizens to develop the rule of law.
• D)a legislative system of law that operates on the state and local levels.

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Definitions:

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