In the Context of Approaches to Legal Interpretation, Originalists Believe

question 21

Multiple Choice

In the context of approaches to legal interpretation, originalists believe that to determine the meaning of a particular constitutional phrase, _____.

• A) the Court should look to the intentions of the founders
• B) the Court should stick strictly to the text of the Constitution
• C) the government should base their views on the opinion of the majority of the public
• D) the government should base their views on the history of precedents
• E) the Court should examine the Constitution in the context of today's society

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Definitions:

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all expenses and taxes have been subtracted from total revenue.

Profit and Loss Ratio

A financial metric that compares the gains and losses of a business over a specific period, often used to assess profitability.

Initial Investment

The initial amount of capital used to start a business venture, purchase an asset, or make an investment.

Interest Allowance

A sum that lenders may offer to borrowers, reducing the effective cost or total amount of payable interest on a loan.