What Is the Main Argument for Avoiding a Statute's Plain

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the main argument for avoiding a statute's plain meaning or legislative history of,and instead following prior interpretation in a case?

• A) Plain meaning is subject to debate
• B) Promoting stability and certainty
• C) Legislative history can be contentious
• D) Saving the court's valuable time

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Definitions:

Emotion

A complex psychological state involving an individual's subjective experience, physiological response, and behavioral or expressive response.

Extrinsic Motivation

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Self-Regulation

The process by which an organism effortfully controls its behavior in order to pursue important objectives.

Maslow's Hierarchy

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