When one private party contests another and the lawsuit or action is brought before a judge in a court of law, the process is referred to collectively as

a. prosecution.
b. indictment.
c. litigation.
d. appeal.
e. civil discourse.


ANS: C

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Define the prevailing notions regarding this critical step in economic development. Which one do you think is more accurate? Why? What will be an ideal response?

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The Constitution directs that the president of the United States shall nominate a judge for appointment to the Supreme Court, which the __________ must confirm.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)

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Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

a. James Madison b. Benjamin Franklin c. Thomas Jefferson d. John Adams

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Demography is the scientific study of

a. a population b. political party identification c. voting patterns d. ethnic minorities

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