Which of the Following Statements Is Not Correct Concerning the Class

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not correct concerning the class rule of statutory interpretation?

• A)The rule is sometimes referred to by its Latin name ejusdem generis.
• B)The rule emphasises the importance of immediate context.
• C)The rule states that where two or more general words are followed by specific words the specific words are interpreted to accord with the category created by the general words.
• D)The rule was applied in the decision of The People (DPP) v Farrell [1978] IR 13.

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Definitions:

Tolerance

The capacity to endure continued exposure to a substance or activity without adverse reaction, often leading to the need for increased amounts to achieve the same effect.

Physical Dependence

A physiological state of adaptation to a substance, resulting in withdrawal symptoms when that substance is reduced or stopped.

Nucleus Accumbens

A region in the brain involved in the reward circuit, associated with pleasure, reinforcement learning, addiction, and fear.

Reward Pathway

A neural pathway in the brain that is activated by rewarding stimuli, playing a critical role in the reinforcement and motivation processes.