The text states "Here's the Restatement (Third) of Law Governing Lawyers (2000)'s summary of what is supposed to be the law (but may not be)." Why does the author say the restatement may not be the law?
a. Because the restatement is a summary of the law, not the law itself.
b. Because the restatement is not persuasive.
c. Because the restatement is not used in all jurisdictions.
d. Because the restatement is inaccurate.
a
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