When the Issue in a Case Is Being Heard for the Very

question 40

Multiple Choice

When the issue in a case is being heard for the very first time in a particular state, the case is called

• A) a case of first impression
• B) voir dire
• C) stare decisis
• D) Lord Mansfield's rule

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Definitions:

Haphazard

Lacking any obvious principle of organization; random or disorganized.

Developmental Stage

A distinct period in the life span characterized by particular patterns of behavior and cognitive abilities.

Cognitive Development

encompasses the evolution of cognitive processes and abilities, such as thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving, through various stages of childhood into adulthood.

Disorderly

Characterized by a lack of order or organization; chaotic or unruly behavior.