1. Which technique of statutory interpretation most resembles the doctrine of stare decisis?
A) Following a statute’s purpose.
B) Following prior interpretations of a statute.
C) The plain meaning rule.
D) Maxims of statutory construction.
2. Which of the following statements regarding statutory interpretation is most accurate?
A) Statutes are easier to interpret than case law.
B) Legislators may deliberately use ambiguous language in writing a statute.
C) Judges confine their interpretation of a statute to its “plain meaning.”
D) Legislators understand that courts are reluctant to fill in the details of statutes.
