The principle of using precedents to guide future decisions in court cases is called ________.

A. stare decisis
B. amicus curiae
C. ex post facto
D. animus possidendi


Answer: A

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a. True b. False

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a. psychological abuse b. sexual abuse c. educational neglect d. physical abuse

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