Master Business Law Foundations: Nature and Sources of Business Law

Question 1

Which of the following is a primary advantage of the stare decisis principle in the U.S. legal system?

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Promotes legal stability and predictability

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Allows for complete flexibility in interpreting laws

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Holds judges responsible for their rulings

Question 2

The U.S. legal system is based on the principles of:

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Common law

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Civil law

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Theocratic law

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Socialist law

Question 3

Which of the following is a federal agency?

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Federal Trade Commission

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California Supreme Court

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New York State Bar Association

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American Bar Association

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Uniform Commercial Code?

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To create a uniform set of rules governing commercial transactions

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To regulate the sale of goods

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To protect consumers from unfair trade practices

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To establish a national bankruptcy code

Question 5

What is the difference between an injunction and a specific performance?

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An injunction orders a party to refrain from doing something, while specific performance orders a party to do something.

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An injunction orders a party to do something, while specific performance orders a party to refrain from doing something.

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Both injunctions and specific performance are equitable remedies.

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Neither injunctions nor specific performance are equitable remedies.

Question 6

Which ethical principles are fundamental to the professional conduct of attorneys?

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Competence, confidentiality, and conflict of interest

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Litigation, representation, and legal advice

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Fee agreements, marketing, and billing practices

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Jury selection, trial strategy, and presentation of evidence

Question 7

What is the name of the highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States?

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Supreme Court

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Court of Appeals

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District Court

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Tax Court

Question 8

Who is authorized to represent clients in court and provide legal advice?

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Lawyers

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Judges

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Prosecutors

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Bailiffs

Question 9

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of the common law system?

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Reliance on precedent

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Emphasis on codified statutes

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Uniformity across jurisdictions

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Rigidity and inflexibility

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of a regulation?

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To interpret and implement statutes

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To establish new laws

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To overturn court decisions

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To create binding contracts

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a method of resolving disputes outside of court?

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Litigation

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Negotiation

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Mediation

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Arbitration

Question 12

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the development of business law?

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Fixed political ideologies

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Economic conditions

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Technological advancements

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Social values

Question 13

What is the standard of proof required in a civil case?

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Preponderance of the evidence

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Clear and convincing evidence

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Beyond a reasonable doubt

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Probable cause

Question 14

Which of the following is **not** a recognized source of U.S. law?

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Ancient legal traditions

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Statutes enacted by Congress

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Regulations promulgated by administrative agencies

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Court decisions interpreting the law

Question 15

Which court is the highest in the U.S. judicial system?

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Supreme Court

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Court of Appeals

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District Court

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State Supreme Court

Question 16

What is the term for the process by which a bill becomes a law in the U.S.?

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Legislation

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Adjudication

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Executive order

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Referendum

Question 17

What is the fundamental distinction between civil law and criminal law?

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Civil law deals with disputes between private parties, while criminal law addresses offenses against the state

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Civil law is more serious than criminal law

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Criminal law is more common than civil law

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There is no fundamental distinction between civil and criminal law

Question 18

How do ethical and societal factors shape the creation and application of business laws?

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Influence legislation and court interpretations

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Have no impact on business law

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Solely determine the severity of penalties

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Are only relevant in international business contexts

Question 19

The concept of 'stare decisis' refers to:

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The principle of following precedent

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The burden of proof in criminal cases

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The right to a jury trial

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The doctrine of separation of powers

Question 20

Which of the following is the court with the highest authority in the U.S. federal court system?

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Supreme Court

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District Court

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Court of Appeals

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Circuit Court

Question 21

What is the primary distinction between civil law and criminal law?

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Civil law seeks to compensate for harm, while criminal law seeks to punish and deter

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Criminal law requires a higher burden of proof than civil law

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Civil law is enforced by government agencies, while criminal law is enforced by private individuals

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There is no fundamental difference between civil law and criminal law

Question 22

Which of the following is a key challenge for businesses operating internationally due to globalization?

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Increased competition from global rivals

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Fewer government regulations

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Simplified tax laws

Question 23

How do international law and treaties contribute to the evolution of U.S. business law?

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International law and treaties significantly shape U.S. business law, especially in international trade and environmental regulations.

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International law and treaties have no impact on U.S. business law.

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The influence of international law and treaties on U.S. business law is limited to specific industries like healthcare and finance.

Question 24

Which of the following is **not** a primary source of law in the United States legal system?

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Religious texts

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Statutes

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Case law

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Executive orders

Question 25

The federal court system in the United States is structured into which of the following levels?

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District, Appellate, Supreme

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Trial, Intermediate, Supreme

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Federal, State, Local

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Civil, Criminal, Bankruptcy

Question 26

The doctrine of promissory estoppel:

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Creates a legal obligation based on a promise, even in the absence of consideration

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Requires valuable consideration for a promise to be legally enforceable

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Exempts parties from fulfilling their contractual duties

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Protects against fraudulent misrepresentation

Question 27

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has primary regulatory authority over:

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The securities markets

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Banking institutions

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Antitrust laws

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Environmental protection

Question 28

The U.S. legal system is primarily based on the principle of:

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Common law, where legal principles are developed by judges over time

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Equity, where fairness and justice are prioritized

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Civil law, where laws are codified in comprehensive statutes

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Religious law, where moral and ethical principles guide legal decisions

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of a lawyer?

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Enforcing laws, which is primarily the responsibility of law enforcement

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Providing legal advice to clients

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Representing clients in court proceedings

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Drafting legal documents, such as contracts and wills

Question 30

Which of the following is a distinctive characteristic of common law?

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Developed by judges over time through case decisions

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Based solely on statutes enacted by legislative bodies

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Uniform across all states and federal jurisdictions

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Immutable and unchanging, resistant to adaptation

Question 31

The highest court in the United States judicial system is the:

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Supreme Court

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Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

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District Court for the District of Columbia

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State Supreme Court of California

Question 32

Which of the following is a key principle enshrined in the U.S. Constitution?

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Separation of powers among the branches of government

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Unitary government with centralized power

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Divine right of kings as the basis for authority

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Absolute monarchy with unlimited executive power

Question 33

The primary purpose of a legal brief is to:

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Summarize the facts, legal arguments, and relevant case law of a case

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Provide a complete transcript of the trial proceedings

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Serve as a substitute for oral arguments presented in court

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Determine the outcome of the case based on the evidence presented

Question 34

Which of the following is a type of civil law within the U.S. legal system?

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Contract law, governing agreements between parties

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Criminal law, dealing with offenses against society

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Constitutional law, defining the fundamental rights and structure of government

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International law, regulating interactions between nations

Question 35

The primary purpose of a statute of limitations in the legal system is to:

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Establish a deadline for filing a lawsuit after a legal claim arises

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Prevent the government from exercising excessive power

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Protect the rights of defendants from perpetual liability

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Determine the appropriate punishment for a particular crime

Question 36

Which of the following is the highest appellate court in the United States?

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Supreme Court

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Court of Appeals

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District Court

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State Supreme Court

Question 37

What is the primary source of federal law in the United States?

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Statutes

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Case law

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Regulations

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Treaties

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental purpose of the judiciary?

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Enacting legislation

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Interpreting and applying the law

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Resolving legal disputes

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Protecting individual rights

Question 39

What is the primary distinction between criminal and civil law?

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Criminal law involves offenses against society as a whole, while civil law involves disputes between individuals.

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Civil law involves offenses against society as a whole, while criminal law involves disputes between individuals.

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There is no meaningful distinction between criminal and civil law.

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Civil law is typically more serious than criminal law.

Question 40

What is the primary purpose of the Equal Protection Clause in the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution?

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To prohibit discrimination on the basis of certain characteristics, such as race, gender, or national origin.

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To guarantee equal access to education and employment opportunities.

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To safeguard the right to due process of law.

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To limit the powers of the federal government.

Question 41

What are the primary benefits of conducting legal due diligence in business transactions?

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Mitigating legal risks

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Protecting the interests of parties involved

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Facilitating informed decision-making

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Reducing the time and resources required for transaction completion

Question 42

Which business structure provides its owners with the highest level of protection from personal liability?

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Corporation

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Sole Proprietorship

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Partnership

Question 43

Within the United States, what is considered the primary source of business law?

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Statutes and regulations enacted by the legislative branch

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Case law established by court decisions

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Administrative regulations promulgated by executive agencies

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Treaties ratified by the government

Question 44

In the United States, which court holds the ultimate authority to interpret the Constitution?

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Supreme Court

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District Court

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Tax Court

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Court of Appeals

Question 45

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of the common law system?

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It relies on precedent established by prior court decisions

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It is based solely on written statutes

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It is rigid and unchanging

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It places little emphasis on fairness and equity

Question 46

In the U.S. legal system, what is the primary role of an attorney?

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To provide legal advice, represent clients in court, and advocate for their interests

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To adjudicate cases and determine guilt or innocence

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To create and enact laws

Question 47

Which of the following is an example of a federal administrative agency?

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Supreme Court

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District Court

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Court of Appeals

Question 48

What is the primary purpose of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)?

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To promote uniformity and consistency in commercial laws across different jurisdictions within the United States

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To regulate the securities industry

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To protect consumers from unfair or deceptive practices

Question 49

In tort law, what does the concept of "negligence" refer to?

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Failure to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm to another person

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Liability without proof of fault

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Breach of a contractual obligation

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Intentional acts that cause harm

Question 50

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of agency law?

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The principal is legally responsible for the actions of their agent performed within the scope of their authority

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An agent can only represent one principal at a time

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An agent is always personally liable for their actions, regardless of the principal's involvement

Question 51

What is the primary mission of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?

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To investigate and enforce federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment

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To regulate wages and working hours

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To provide health insurance to unemployed individuals