What Is an Amicus Curiae Brief

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Multiple Choice

What is an amicus curiae brief?

• A)a written argument submitted to a court in support of one side of a case
• B)an internal memo circulated among interest group leaders,briefing them on the details of a court case
• C)a petition submitted to Congress in support of or opposition to a judicial nominee
• D)a petition submitted to an executive branch agency,requesting a review of the agency's decision.-Consider This: The amicus curiae brief is a request made to the courts,not an executive agency.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A process in operant conditioning where a response is strengthened because it is followed by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior.

Desirable Stimulus

A stimulus that is appealing and rewarding to an individual, prompting positive reactions.

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an object or organism, usually in relation to the environment or stimuli.