Legal Foundations Quiz - WEBXAM

What is the primary function of the U.S. Constitution in business law?

• To regulate international trade

• To serve as the supreme law of the land

• To outline specific business laws and regulations

• To govern the election process for federal officials

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Which of the following is a source of law in the United States?

• Scientific journals

• International treaties

• State Constitutions

• Corporate bylaws

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What is the role of trial courts in the U.S. judicial system?

• To interpret the constitution

• To review and enforce administrative regulations

• To hear testimony, review evidence, and decide cases

• To issue licenses for professional practice

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Which type of law is primarily concerned with the rights and duties between individuals or organizations?

• Criminal law

• Civil law

• Administrative law

• Constitutional law

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What is the main function of appellate courts in the U.S. judicial system?

• To conduct new trials

• To interpret state laws

• To review decisions of lower courts

• To enforce federal regulations

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Which of the following best describes tort law?

• It deals with crimes and punishments

• It regulates contracts between parties

• It involves personal injuries or damage to property

• It governs the operation of government agencies

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What is required for a contract to be considered enforceable?

• A written document

• A public notary's signature

• Mutual agreement and consideration

• A witness's signature

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Which of the following is an example of an administrative regulation affecting businesses?

• A city's zoning laws

• The federal minimum wage

• A Supreme Court decision

• A state's criminal code

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What distinguishes a civil case from a criminal case?

• The involvement of a jury

• The standard of proof required

• The types of penalties imposed

• All of the above

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Which of the following contracts must typically be in writing to be enforceable?

• Sale of personal property under $500

• Employment contracts for less than a year

• Real estate sales contracts

• Contracts for the sale of goods under $100

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