When Lara and Mick Cannot Resolve Their Dispute Amicably, Lara

question 24

Multiple Choice

When Lara and Mick cannot resolve their dispute amicably, Lara initiates a lawsuit against Mick. Lara is

• A)the case of first impression.
• B)the persuasive authority.
• C)the plaintiff.
• D)the defendant.

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Definitions:

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

An intergovernmental military alliance between North American and European countries, established in 1949 to provide collective security against aggression.

Ground Zero

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Nuclear Explosion

A powerful detonation resulting from the release of energy following the fission or fusion of atomic nuclei, used in military weaponry and, experimentally, for peaceful purposes.

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