The Distinction Between Courts of Original Jurisdiction and Courts of Appellate

question 17

Multiple Choice

The distinction between courts of original jurisdiction and courts of appellate jurisdiction:

• A) rests on the number of jurors, 6 at an appellate court and 12 at a trial court
• B) depends on whether the case is being heard for the first time
• C) depends on whether it involves a state or federal question
• D) normally is not important because all major decisions in cases are made by appellate judges

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Definitions:

Testes

Male reproductive glands responsible for producing sperm and male sex hormones, primarily testosterone.

Pubic Hair

Coarse body hair that develops in the genital region as a secondary sex characteristic during puberty.

Fertility Problems

Refers to difficulties in conceiving a child, which can result from issues in either the male or female reproductive systems.

Epididymis

A long, coiled tube that stores sperm and transports it from the testes, playing a key role in male reproductive system.