When a Court Discusses Issues Not Raised by the Facts

question 69

Multiple Choice

When a court discusses issues not raised by the facts, the comments

• A)are excluded from the formal court opinion.
• B)may be referenced by the parties in other cases having the same facts.
• C)are not dicta.
• D)will cause the court's decision to be declared invalid.

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Definitions:

Invasive Species

Non-native organisms that spread rapidly in new environments, often causing harm to native species, human health, and economies.

Generalists

Organisms that have a broad niche and can thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions and can make use of a variety of different resources.

Species Diversity

The variety and abundance of different species within a given area, contributing to the complexity and resilience of ecosystems.

Latitude

The geographic coordinate that specifies the north-south position of a point on the Earth's surface, measured in degrees from the equator.