Which of the Following Is an Example of Substantive Law

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of substantive law?

• A) The rule that establishes the type of document by which an action is commenced
• B) The rule that a victim of fraud can sue
• C) The rule that any action under $10,000 must be brought in the small claims court
• D) The rule that a tort action must be commenced within 2 years of the action complained of
• E) The rule that hearsay evidence is not permitted in a trial

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Definitions:

Public Good

A good that is non-excludable and non-rivalrous, meaning it can be consumed by many people without reducing its availability to others.

Utilitarian Justice

An ethical framework that assesses actions based on their consequences, aiming to maximize overall happiness and minimize suffering.

Dollar Worth

The value of a currency expressed in terms of the amount of goods or services that one unit of money can buy.

After-Tax Distribution

The process of allocating income or assets to various recipients after all applicable taxes have been deducted.