Question #1925

Correct answer choice

Started by AnkitM · started 2016-02-15 21:56 · last activity 2016-05-29 21:58 · 2 replies

Hi, can you please break down the answer choices? I'm having a hard time seeing as to why the correct answer is D. Thanks in advance!

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  1. AnkitM · 2016-02-15 22:01

    I understand choices A and B are reviewing it again, but I still can't seem to figure out why C and E are incorrect.

  2. BMoore · 2016-05-29 21:58

    The judges decisions are based on the holding - not the dicta. Therefore "E" is out since the holding is based on rules and precedents while dicta is more uncertain and amorphous. "C" - dicta are matters that are not essential to the decision, Therefore, they are not likely to be fixed; yet more based on circumstances that are more case specific,

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