The authority of a court to try or resolve a civil lawsuit or a criminal case being heard for the first time is known as __________ jurisdiction.
A. appellate
B. original
C. statutory
D. bifurcated
Answer: B
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a. led to a long-term rise in citizen interest in network news. b. led to a decline in citizen interest in network news. c. had no effect on citizen interest in network news. d. led to only a short-term rise in citizen interest in network news, followed by a return to similar levels of interest before the tragedy.
Which of the following traits does not describe a typical prisoner?
a. Young b. Male c. Married d. Little education
In a discussion that follows a substantive format, the lobbyist:
a. Seeks assistance. b. Solicits information. c. Uses flattery. d. Seeks support.
Which of the following is not advanced as a source or guide for the good political life?
a. Philosophical reason b. The state of nature c. Religious revelation d. Historical experience