BLAW 341 MAULL EXAM 1 PRACTICE QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS SOLVED 100% CORRECT.
Which of the following options is NOT a "primary source of law"?
A.Local ordinances
B.Legal treatises
C.A court opinion/decision
D.A state constitution Answer - Legal treatises
Which document is known as the supreme law of the US? Answer - The
Constitution
What is the role of the court if a question arises that involves a constitutional
question? Answer - To interpret and apply the law
The New York legislature has passed a law that conflicts with a provision in the
U.S. Constitution. If challenged
A.A court will not enforce either provision
B.The court will establish a compromise between the two provisions
C.A court will enforce the New York state provision
D.A court will enforce the U.S. Constitution Answer - A court will enforce the
U.S. Constitution
,The North Dakota state legislature has passed a provision that requires
companies that burn coal to meet more rigorous clean air standards than those
required by the U.S. "Clean Air Act." If challenged, is a court likely to enforce
the North Dakota law?
A.Yes
B.No Answer - Yes
The states of Delaware and New Jersey have enacted different catch limits for
recreational flounder fishermen. Delaware enacted its catch limits prior to N.J.
The federal government has not enacted a federal catch limit. If challenged,
which state's law will be deemed valid?
A.Delaware
B.NJ
C.Both Answer - Both
Consider model/uniform codes and choose which of the following is incorrect:
A.Uniform codes are the law of the applicable jurisdiction at the time they are
written
B.Uniform codes must be adopted by a state legislature before they become
law
C.Even if a uniform code is not enacted, the code can have persuasive value
D.A state may adopt part of a uniform law, but opt to reject other portions
Answer - Uniform codes are the law of the applicable jurisdiction at the time
they are written
Carol, owner of a land development corporation, has just learned that the
Office of Environmental Protection is considering adopting more stringent
testing measures to verify the presence or absence of protected species on
undeveloped land. Will Carol have an opportunity to view the proposed
regulations and voice her opinion prior to official adoption of the regulations?
, A.Yes
B.No Answer - Yes
The New Jersey Supreme Court held that a minor could cancel a contract for
the purchase of a car. Now, a lower trial court in NJ is deciding a case with
similar facts. Under stare decisis, which of the following are true?
The trial court is likely to:
A.Allow the minor to cancel the contract
B.Disregard the prior NJ Supreme Court case
C.Require the minor to fulfill the contract Answer - Allow the minor to cancel
the contract
Anne paid $1400 for a new computer from Lemon Corps. The computer does
not work. Anne wants her money back. Anne should ask for
A.A remedy at law
B.An equitable remedy Answer - A remedy at law
If Anne wants a working computer instead of her money back, Anne should
petition for the equitable relief of . . . (Hint: a purchase is a type of CONTRACT):
A.Rescission
B.Injunction
C.Specific Performance Answer - Specific Performance
Max, a private citizen, is suing Sam in court. Max claims Sam breached a
contract. Which of the following actions may the court take?
ANSWERS SOLVED 100% CORRECT.
Which of the following options is NOT a "primary source of law"?
A.Local ordinances
B.Legal treatises
C.A court opinion/decision
D.A state constitution Answer - Legal treatises
Which document is known as the supreme law of the US? Answer - The
Constitution
What is the role of the court if a question arises that involves a constitutional
question? Answer - To interpret and apply the law
The New York legislature has passed a law that conflicts with a provision in the
U.S. Constitution. If challenged
A.A court will not enforce either provision
B.The court will establish a compromise between the two provisions
C.A court will enforce the New York state provision
D.A court will enforce the U.S. Constitution Answer - A court will enforce the
U.S. Constitution
,The North Dakota state legislature has passed a provision that requires
companies that burn coal to meet more rigorous clean air standards than those
required by the U.S. "Clean Air Act." If challenged, is a court likely to enforce
the North Dakota law?
A.Yes
B.No Answer - Yes
The states of Delaware and New Jersey have enacted different catch limits for
recreational flounder fishermen. Delaware enacted its catch limits prior to N.J.
The federal government has not enacted a federal catch limit. If challenged,
which state's law will be deemed valid?
A.Delaware
B.NJ
C.Both Answer - Both
Consider model/uniform codes and choose which of the following is incorrect:
A.Uniform codes are the law of the applicable jurisdiction at the time they are
written
B.Uniform codes must be adopted by a state legislature before they become
law
C.Even if a uniform code is not enacted, the code can have persuasive value
D.A state may adopt part of a uniform law, but opt to reject other portions
Answer - Uniform codes are the law of the applicable jurisdiction at the time
they are written
Carol, owner of a land development corporation, has just learned that the
Office of Environmental Protection is considering adopting more stringent
testing measures to verify the presence or absence of protected species on
undeveloped land. Will Carol have an opportunity to view the proposed
regulations and voice her opinion prior to official adoption of the regulations?
, A.Yes
B.No Answer - Yes
The New Jersey Supreme Court held that a minor could cancel a contract for
the purchase of a car. Now, a lower trial court in NJ is deciding a case with
similar facts. Under stare decisis, which of the following are true?
The trial court is likely to:
A.Allow the minor to cancel the contract
B.Disregard the prior NJ Supreme Court case
C.Require the minor to fulfill the contract Answer - Allow the minor to cancel
the contract
Anne paid $1400 for a new computer from Lemon Corps. The computer does
not work. Anne wants her money back. Anne should ask for
A.A remedy at law
B.An equitable remedy Answer - A remedy at law
If Anne wants a working computer instead of her money back, Anne should
petition for the equitable relief of . . . (Hint: a purchase is a type of CONTRACT):
A.Rescission
B.Injunction
C.Specific Performance Answer - Specific Performance
Max, a private citizen, is suing Sam in court. Max claims Sam breached a
contract. Which of the following actions may the court take?
