What Is the Difference Between De Jure and De Facto

question 83

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between de jure and de facto segregation?

• A) De jure is what factually exists and de facto is by law.
• B) De jure is by jury trial and de facto is handled by the police first-hand.
• C) Both terms mean the same thing.
• D) In ancient times, the de jure meant you needed a jury while de facto meant whatever the facts dictate.
• E) De jure is by law and de facto is what factually exists.

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