A(n) __________ is an argument made before the Supreme Court by an interested party not directly involved in the suit.
A. per curiam opinion.
B. amicus curiae.
C. writ of mandamus.
D. stare decisis.
E. writ of certiorari.
Answer: B
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a. cognition and comprehension c. behavior b. public opinion d. attitudes and values
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