Which of the Following Is Correct Regarding the English Courts

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct regarding the English courts of equity?

• A)They were presided over by a chancellor.
• B)They could only award money damages.
• C)They could issue a decree ordering a defendant to do or to refrain from doing a specific act.
• D)Both (a) and (c) are correct.

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