Question 1

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional law?

Accepted Answer

A) Exists at the state and federal levels 
B) Establishes government structure 
C) Establishes individual rights 
D) Can be changed by Congress 
A) Exists at the state and federal levels 
B) Establishes government structure 
C) Establishes individual rights 
D) Can be changed by Congress

Question 2

During 2003, the White House asked its legal counsel for an interpretation of what constitutes torture of prisoners of war and who is considered a prisoner of war. What sources of law will the legal counsel need to consult?

Accepted Answer

A) Federal statutes 
B) International treaties 
C) Ordinances 
D) Both a and b 
A) Federal statutes 
B) International treaties 
C) Ordinances 
D) Both a and b

Question 3

Which is the proper cite for the Code of Federal Regulations?

Accepted Answer

A) CFR 
B) USC 
C) USCFR 
D) CFedReg 
A) CFR 
B) USC 
C) USCFR 
D) CFedReg

Question 4

Executive orders are issued by Congress.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Stare decisis is Latin for "let the decision stand."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Phil's Corner Mart is a convenience store and gasoline station. A representative from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)has just notified Phil that there is some leakage from his underground gasoline storage tanks. The EPA representative explains to Phil that he will be issuing a citation for violation of federal environmental laws and that Phil could be liable for clean-up costs and penalties. Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Phil has been charged with a crime. 
B) Phil has been charged with violation of a state statute. 
C) Phil is facing civil penalties for the violation. 
D) The EPA promulgates USC provisions. 
A) Phil has been charged with a crime. 
B) Phil has been charged with violation of a state statute. 
C) Phil is facing civil penalties for the violation. 
D) The EPA promulgates USC provisions.

Question 7

Curfews are an example of state laws.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Supporters of slavery relied heavily on natural law as a defense for it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In the cite "15 U.S.C. § 77," the 15 represents:

Accepted Answer

A) page number. 
B) volume number. 
C) the session of Congress when enactment occurred. 
D) the docket number of the case. 
A) page number. 
B) volume number. 
C) the session of Congress when enactment occurred. 
D) the docket number of the case.

Question 10

When is precedent not followed?

Accepted Answer

A) When circumstances have changed 
B) When technology has changed 
C) When there are changes in the factual circumstances from those in which the precedent was established 
D) It is possible that precedent would not be followed in all of the above circumstances. 
A) When circumstances have changed 
B) When technology has changed 
C) When there are changes in the factual circumstances from those in which the precedent was established 
D) It is possible that precedent would not be followed in all of the above circumstances.

Question 11

Which theory of law gives most credence to a higher power, such as God?

Accepted Answer

A) Natural Law theory 
B) Power theory 
C) Justice theory 
D) Order theory 
A) Natural Law theory 
B) Power theory 
C) Justice theory 
D) Order theory

Question 12

Which of the following is not a source of international law?

Accepted Answer

A) Custom 
B) Treaties 
C) Private law 
D) Code of Federal Regulations 
A) Custom 
B) Treaties 
C) Private law 
D) Code of Federal Regulations

Question 13

Give a sample citation for each of the following statutes/regulations: 
a. United States Code 
b. Code of Federal Regulations

Accepted Answer

a. 15 U.S.

Question 14

Laws make society more confusing and chaotic, but are necessary for government.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Statutory law exists at all levels of government.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which theory of law gives most authority to elected officials?

Accepted Answer

A) Natural Law theory 
B) Power theory 
C) Justice theory 
D) Order theory 
A) Natural Law theory 
B) Power theory 
C) Justice theory 
D) Order theory

Question 17

Criminal laws:

Accepted Answer

A) carry fines and/or imprisonment penalties. 
B) are enforced by individuals. 
C) are generally not enforced by government agencies. 
D) are the same as private laws. 
A) carry fines and/or imprisonment penalties. 
B) are enforced by individuals. 
C) are generally not enforced by government agencies. 
D) are the same as private laws.

Question 18

Which of the following is not an example of a law that promotes order?

Accepted Answer

A) Disclosure statutes for securities sales 
B) Curfew 
C) Speed limits 
D) Trespassing laws 
A) Disclosure statutes for securities sales 
B) Curfew 
C) Speed limits 
D) Trespassing laws

Question 19

Judicial review is one means for clarifying the meaning of laws.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Several states have recently enacted legislation to permit casino gambling on river boats docked in their states. Gambling is permitted only while the boats are traveling in the rivers surrounding or inside the states. One governor issued the following statement: "It wouldn't matter how many gaming statutes are passed or how many legislatures passed them, the fact of the matter is that commercial gambling is wrong." This governor's views:

Accepted Answer

A) indicate that he follows the power law theory. 
B) indicate that he follows the natural law theory. 
C) indicate that he follows the justice law theory. 
D) indicate that he follows the probability law theory. 
A) indicate that he follows the power law theory. 
B) indicate that he follows the natural law theory. 
C) indicate that he follows the justice law theory. 
D) indicate that he follows the probability law theory.

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional law?

During 2003, the White House asked its legal counsel for an interpretation of what constitutes torture of prisoners of war and who is considered a prisoner of war. What sources of law will the legal counsel need to consult?

Which is the proper cite for the Code of Federal Regulations?

Executive orders are issued by Congress.

Stare decisis is Latin for "let the decision stand."

Curfews are an example of state laws.

Supporters of slavery relied heavily on natural law as a defense for it.

In the cite "15 U.S.C. § 77," the 15 represents:

When is precedent not followed?

Which theory of law gives most credence to a higher power, such as God?

Which of the following is not a source of international law?

Give a sample citation for each of the following statutes/regulations: a. United States Code b. Code of Federal Regulations

Laws make society more confusing and chaotic, but are necessary for government.

Statutory law exists at all levels of government.

Which theory of law gives most authority to elected officials?

Criminal laws:

Which of the following is not an example of a law that promotes order?

Judicial review is one means for clarifying the meaning of laws.

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

The Court System and Dispute Resolution

Business and the Constitution

Administrative Law

International Law

Business Crime

Business Torts

Environmental Regulation and Sustainability

Contracts and Sales: Introduction and Formation

Contracts and Sales: Performance, Remedies, and Rights

Business Marketing and Products: Ads and Product Safety

Business Competition: Antitrust Law

Business and Intellectual Property Law

Agency Law

Governance and Structure: the Law of Business Associations

Governance and Regulation: Securities Law

Business and Employees: Employment Regulation

Business and Employees: Employment Discrimination

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Exam 1: Introduction to Law

Which of the following is not true regarding constitutional law?

During 2003, the White House asked its legal counsel for an interpretation of what constitutes torture of prisoners of war and who is considered a prisoner of war. What sources of law will the legal counsel need to consult?

Which is the proper cite for the Code of Federal Regulations?

Executive orders are issued by Congress.​

Stare decisis is Latin for "let the decision stand."

Curfews are an example of state laws.

Supporters of slavery relied heavily on natural law as a defense for it.

In the cite "15 U.S.C. § 77," the 15 represents:

When is precedent not followed?

Which theory of law gives most credence to a higher power, such as God?

Which of the following is not a source of international law?

Give a sample citation for each of the following statutes/regulations: a. United States Code b. Code of Federal Regulations

Laws make society more confusing and chaotic, but are necessary for government.

Statutory law exists at all levels of government.

Which theory of law gives most authority to elected officials?

Criminal laws:

Which of the following is not an example of a law that promotes order?

Judicial review is one means for clarifying the meaning of laws.

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

The Court System and Dispute Resolution

Business and the Constitution

Administrative Law

International Law

Business Crime

Business Torts

Environmental Regulation and Sustainability

Contracts and Sales: Introduction and Formation

Contracts and Sales: Performance, Remedies, and Rights

Business Marketing and Products: Ads and Product Safety

Business Competition: Antitrust Law

Business and Intellectual Property Law

Agency Law

Governance and Structure: the Law of Business Associations

Governance and Regulation: Securities Law

Business and Employees: Employment Regulation

Business and Employees: Employment Discrimination

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Executive orders are issued by Congress.