Which of the Following Terms Refers to Past Decisions in Legal

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to past decisions in legal contexts such as arbitration?

• A) precedent
• B) guiding decisions
• C) onus
• D) jurisprudence

Recognize the limitations of correlational research in establishing causation.

Understand the role of experimental control in isolating the effects of independent variables on dependent variables.

Realize the potential influence of third variables/confounding variables in correlational studies.

Discern the critical difference between correlation and causation in interpreting research findings.

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Definitions:

Deviant Behavior

Acts that diverge from accepted social standards and norms.

American Dream

The belief that everyone in the United States has the chance to be successful and happy if they work hard.

Violent Crime

Criminal activities that involve the use of force or threat of force against others.

Property Crime

Crimes involving the theft of property without direct harm to the victim, such as burglary, larceny, theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.