Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Doctrine of Precedent

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the doctrine of precedent?

• A)Cases with similar facts should be decided in a similar manner.
• B)Cases on different facts should be decided in a similar manner.
• C)Cases must be similar to previous decisions or they cannot be heard.
• D)All previous decisions must be followed except if they lead to an absurd result.

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Definitions:

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