Question

question 7 of 10
how are precedents used in majority opinions and dissents?
a. to review the decisions of lower courts on the same case, and to then either refute or support those previous decisions
b. to support an argument by showing that because other courts have made similar decisions, the decision in the current case must be logical
c. to write a thorough summary of a case by delineating all the facts and circumstances surrounding the case
d. to retry defendants of a case by looking for a different angle in which to incriminate them

Explanation:

Precedents in law are used as a basis to support legal arguments. When other courts have made similar decisions, it provides a logical foundation for the current - case decision, which is the essence of using precedents in majority opinions and dissents.

Answer:

B. To support an argument by showing that because other courts have made similar decisions, the decision in the current case must be logical