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lracut11 · **on:** Jun 24, 2018

Describe the doctrine of precedent and its application to common law.

Question 2

Stephen wants to give his niece, Dawn, a piece of jewelry as a gift. Stephen gives Tracy, his agent, the bracelet to take to Dawn. The delivery element of making a gift has been completed.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false

maya.nigrin17@yahoo.com · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The doctrine of precedent, which developed gradually over centuries, requires that judges decide current cases based on previous rulings. This vital principle is at the heart of American common law. Precedent ensure predictability. The accumulation of precedent, based on case after case, makes up the common law.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE