A nonlitigant group or individual that wants to attempt to influence the court in a particular case can file
a. An amicus curiae brief
b. A writ of error Coram Nobis
c. A habeas corpus petition
d. A writ of certiorari
e. A writ of mandamus
Answer: a. An amicus curiae brief
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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