In the Distant Past, the Length of the Day Was

question 37

Multiple Choice

In the distant past, the length of the day was

• A) shorter than 24h.
• B) 24h as at present.
• C) longer than 24h.
• D) impossible to determine.

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Definitions:

Common Law Courts

The three historical English courts (the Court of Common Pleas, the Court of King’s Bench, and the Exchequer Court), where in theory law was discovered in the customs and traditions of the people.

Stare Decisis

A legal doctrine that obligates courts to follow the precedents established in previous rulings, ensuring consistency and predictability in the law.

Courts of Chancery

Courts that administer equity and handle matters such as trusts, estates, and guardianships, distinct from courts that deal with law.

Law of Equity

A branch of law that supplements common law by providing remedies and justice that are not available in traditional legal systems, focusing on fairness.