A Court Opinion That a Court Looks to for Guidance

question 12

Multiple Choice

A court opinion that a court looks to for guidance when reaching a decision, but is not bound to follow, is referred to as:

• A)mandatory precedent.
• B)persuasive precedent.
• C)stare decisis.
• D)on point.
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Integrity

The characteristic of being truthful and upholding solid ethical standards, or the condition of being intact and unified.

Core Values

The fundamental beliefs or guiding principles that shape an individual's actions or an organization's culture and identity.

Normative Approaches

Approaches rooted in theories or guidelines on how things should be done or judgments made, often focusing on ethical standards.

Directions for Action

Guiding principles or steps recommended for individuals or organizations to achieve specified objectives or outcomes.