The Use of Precedents as Guides to Judicial Decision Making

question 65

Multiple Choice

The use of precedents as guides to judicial decision making ensures that

• A)the lower courts always abide by previous decisions.
• B)ideally, a doctrine of equal treatment under the law will be followed in the courts.
• C)decisions in one case will not be influenced by decisions in other cases.
• D)the law will remain constant and unchanging.

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Definitions:

Punisher

An aversive stimulus that, when applied following a behavior, decreases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

Primary Reinforcer

A naturally reinforcing stimulus, such as food or water, that satisfies a basic biological need.

Punishment

A consequence aimed at reducing a particular behavior, often used as a behavioral modification technique.

Antecedent

An event or condition that precedes and triggers a behavior or response, often studied in behaviorism to understand and modify behavior.