Why Is It Still Important to Know the 'Rules of Interpretation

question 22

Multiple Choice

Why is it still important to know the 'rules of interpretation' and their meaning?

• A) Because Lord Templeman suggests they have scientific authority.
• B) Because the rules are the only way in which a statute can be interpreted.
• C) Because the rules are, essentially, approaches to interpretation, and judges and lawyers still make reference to them.
• D) Because there is no substitute for clear rules.

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