When a Court Discusses Issues Not Raised by the Facts

question 69

Multiple Choice

When a court discusses issues not raised by the facts, the comments

• A)are excluded from the formal court opinion.
• B)may be referenced by the parties in other cases having the same facts.
• C)are not dicta.
• D)will cause the court's decision to be declared invalid.

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Definitions:

Assignment

Tasks or activities given by a therapist to a client to complete outside of sessions, aimed at reinforcing topics discussed in therapy or promoting skill development.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed by individuals to cope with reality and maintain a self-image, often unconsciously.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism in which controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation.

REBT

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy; a psychotherapeutic approach that helps individuals identify, challenge, and change irrational beliefs that lead to emotional distress.