In the American Common Law System, a Judge Is Responsible

question 47

Multiple Choice

In the American common law system, a judge is responsible for following precedent; this concept is known as the

• A) doctrine of stare decisis
• B) doctrine of stars decision
• C) doctrine of precedent
• D) doctrine of precedent decisis

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Definitions:

Collectivism

A cultural orientation prioritizing the goals and well-being of the group over the individual, emphasizing interdependence, cooperation, and social harmony.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency for observers to attribute other people's behavior to internal or dispositional factors and to downplay situational factors.

Overjustification Effect

The phenomenon where introducing an external incentive for an already internally motivated activity reduces intrinsic motivation.

Materially Breached

The violation of a contract that is so substantial it significantly impacts the contract's purpose, justifying the other party's termination of the agreement.