In Regard to the Identification of the Issue(s)in a Court

question 8

Multiple Choice

In regard to the identification of the issue(s) in a court opinion:

• A)When the case has more than one issue,follow the steps separately and completely for one issue before proceeding to identify the next issue
• B)The issue may be stated more clearly in a concurring opinion
• C)The issue may be stated more clearly in a dissenting opinion
• D)Look to the holding
• E)All of the above
• F)Answers a,b,and d above

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Definitions:

Self-Consistency Dissonance

The discomfort experienced when one’s actions are not consistent with one’s self-image or personal values.

Festinger

An American social psychologist best known for Cognitive Dissonance Theory, which explains the discomfort that arises from holding two conflicting beliefs simultaneously.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, leading to changes in belief or behavior to reduce the discomfort.

Elliot Aronson

An influential psychologist known for his research on social influence, group dynamics, and the theory of cognitive dissonance.