What is precedent?
an order by the court.
the power of a court to overrule a decision.
the division of power between the courts.
how other courts have decided cases in similar situations and circumstances.
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The correct answer is option d that is how other courts have decided cases in similar situations and circumstances. (definition of precedent as per the law).
What is precedent? an order by the court. the power of a court to overrule a...
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