Which of the Following Social Background Variables Has Been Consistently

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following social background variables has been consistently found to relate to decision making by appellate judges?

• A)race
• B)gender
• C)pre judicial career
• D)political party affiliation
• E)religious affiliation

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