What principle suggests that a court should not overturn a precedent unless it is absolutely necessary?

A. judicial review
B. stare decisis
C. prior restraint
D. judicial privilege


Answer: B

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a. amicus b. certiorari c. in forma pauperis d. habeas corpus

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a. a pure unitary system b. a unitary system with a "governor's rule" c. a pure federal system d. a federal system with a "president's rule"

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