A court opinion that applies a case law rule or principle different from that which applies to a client's case may apply as precedent to the client's case when:
A. There is a similarity in language between the common law rules or principles
B. There is a similarity in function between the common law rules or principles
C. The key facts are identical or nearly identical
D. The court opinion is from the same jurisdiction as the client's case
E. All of the above
F. Answers a and b above
G. Answers a, b, and c above
Answer: F
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a. True b. False
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