When It Comes to Interpreting Statutes,a Precedent Is Formed When

question 62

Multiple Choice

When it comes to interpreting statutes,a precedent is formed when courts

• A)decide on the meaning of the language of the statute.
• B)decide what the language of the statute means; whether it applies to the facts of a case; and,if it does,its consequences.
• C)determine whether the statute applies to the facts of a case.
• D)decide on the consequences of the statute when applied to a particular case.
• E)use and apply an existing case to the case being dealt with.

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Definitions:

Emotional Response

The automatic, psychological reaction to an external event or internal thought process, often experienced through feelings such as joy, fear, or anger.

Behavior Regulation

The ability to manage and control one's actions, responses, and emotions in accordance with societal norms or personal goals.

Power Assertion

One method parents use to enforce control of children’s behavior. Can involve physical punishment or the threat of physical punishment, or it can involve withdrawal of privileges. Effective for the immediate control of behavior, but over the long term, children show higher levels of anger, aggressiveness and anxiety.

Gentle Discipline

A parenting and educational approach that uses positive reinforcement and understanding rather than punishment to guide behavior.