Because Statutes Are Necessarily Written in General Language, Legislation Often

question 48

Multiple Choice

Because statutes are necessarily written in general language, legislation often requires judicial _____________.

• A) extrapolation
• B) interpretation
• C) modification
• D) specification

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Definitions:

Lab-Reared Monkeys

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Biological Predisposition

An inherent tendency or inclination due to genetic or biological factors that might influence the development of certain traits or diseases.

Evolutionary Perspective

An approach in psychology that explains human behavior and mental processes through the lens of natural selection and survival adaptation.

Compulsive Checking

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