Which of the Following Statements Is True of Statutes and Statutory

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of statutes and statutory interpretation?

• A)Statutes are easier to interpret than case law.
• B)Courts begin their interpretation of statues with legislative history.
• C)There is often deliberate ambiguity in the language of statutes.
• D)Courts rarely engage in statutory interpretation

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Definitions:

Disparate Impact Discrimination

Occurs when policies, practices, or rules appear to be neutral but result in a disproportionate impact on a protected group.

Executive-Compensation Packages

The combination of salary, bonuses, shares, options, and other benefits provided to senior executives and corporate leaders as part of their employment agreement.

Securities Exchange Commission

A U.S. government agency responsible for regulating the securities industry, enforcing federal securities laws, and ensuring investor protection.

National Labor Relations Act

The National Labor Relations Act (or Wagner Act) created the NLRB, which administers most labor law in the United States.