Binding precedents are precedents that must be followed by lower courts. It is the doctrine of __________ that the precedents are mandatory.

A. Stare Decisis
B. Habeas Corpus
C. Respondeat Superior
D. Quid Pro Quo


Ans: A. Stare Decisis
The answer is A, Stare Decisis. Under this process, lower courts must honor findings of law made by a higher court.

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