The Highest Court in State a Decides to Adopt the Restatements

question 23

Multiple Choice

The highest court in state A decides to adopt the Restatements of the Law definition of malice.Once adopted,the adopted definition is:

• A)Secondary authority
• B)Persuasive authority
• C)Mandatory authority
• D)All of the above
• E)Answers a and b above
• F)Answers a and c above

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Definitions:

Situational Ethics

An ethical theory that proposes the best ethical action is that which serves the particular circumstances, as opposed to following universal predetermined rules.

Central Authority

The main governing body or administrative organization that has the overarching control or oversight within a certain area or field.

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory that posits the greatest happiness of the greatest number should be the guiding principle of conduct.

Compel Citizens

Enforcing or obliging citizens to follow certain laws, regulations, or directives through legal or authoritative means.