What Means "The Reason for the Decision

question 64

Multiple Choice

What means "the reason for the decision"?

• A) obiter dicta
• B) ratio decidendi
• C) stare decisis
• D) precedent

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Definitions:

Out of Bounds

A term used to describe actions, words, or situations that go beyond accepted limits, rules, or norms.

Randomized Controlled Trials

An experimental study design used to evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention by randomly assigning participants to groups.

MST

Short for Multisystemic Therapy, a therapeutic intervention focused on addressing the various systems surrounding a youth (family, peers, school, neighborhood) to improve behavior.

Treatment Effects

The impact or outcomes that result from a particular medical or psychological intervention or treatment.