There Are Two Branches of the Legal Profession in Australia

question 24

Multiple Choice

There are two branches of the legal profession in Australia: barristers and solicitors.Which of the following statements is not true of a barrister?

• A)They are referred to as counsel.
• B)They specialise in advocacy before the courts.
• C)They brief solicitors to appear in court.
• D)In Queensland, they may not practice as a barrister and solicitor at the same time.

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Definitions:

Brainstem

A region at the base of the brain that controls vital functions like breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Amygdala

Two lima-bean–sized neural clusters in the limbic system; linked to emotion.

Reward Centers

Areas in the brain, particularly within the limbic system, that are responsible for the sensation of pleasure in response to certain stimuli, playing a crucial role in motivation and reward-based learning.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of various bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, temperature, and hormonal activity.