A Judicial Order Commanding an Official to Perform a Ministerial

question 52

Multiple Choice

A judicial order commanding an official to perform a ministerial duty over which he has little discretion is a(n) __________.

• A) amicus curiae
• B) writ of certiorari
• C) writ of mandamus
• D) example of judicial review
• E) example of judicial discretion

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Definitions:

Job Performance

The level of effectiveness and efficiency with which an employee carries out their job responsibilities.

Cognitive Ability

The capacity to perform various mental activities related to learning, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Motivation

The internal process that activates, guides, and maintains behavior towards achieving a goal.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in activities for their own sake, deriving pleasure and satisfaction from the activities themselves, rather than from external rewards.