The Common Law System Enjoys a Degree of Flexibility Not

question 39

Multiple Choice

The common law system enjoys a degree of flexibility not found in other systems because :

• A) it is usually found in democratic republics.
• B) it originated from Great Britain and can be found in almost all of its former colonies.
• C) it is interpreted by the law courts with regard to tradition, precedent, and custom.
• D) it is based on a detailed set of laws organized into codes.
• E) it has originated recently; almost a decade ago.

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