GA Bar Multistate Bar

Question 1

Which of the following governmental actions is most likely to be upheld as a valid exercise of Congress’s Commerce Clause power?

Accepted Answer

A federal law regulating the price of milk sold across state lines.

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A federal law banning all discrimination in privately owned public accommodations.

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A federal law requiring states to provide free public transportation to all residents.

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A federal law regulating the possession of firearms in school zones.

Question 2

In a contract for the sale of goods under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), which of the following statements is true regarding an “open price” term?

Accepted Answer

The price is determined by a reasonable price at the time of delivery.

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The contract is void if the price is not specified.

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The price is determined by the market value at the time of delivery.

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The price is fixed by the seller at the time of performance.

Question 3

Which of the following scenarios would most likely constitute the crime of "attempt" under criminal law?

Accepted Answer

A person sets a fire intending to burn down a house but the fire is extinguished before any damage occurs.

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A person buys ingredients for making a bomb but never assembles it.

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A person starts a fight with another person but is stopped before any physical contact occurs.

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A person plans to rob a bank but is arrested before entering the bank.

Question 4

Under the Federal Rules of Evidence, which of the following statements best describes the hearsay rule?

Accepted Answer

Hearsay is not admissible unless it falls under a specific exception.

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Hearsay is always admissible if the witness testifies to what they heard from another person.

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Hearsay is admissible if it is offered to show the truth of the matter asserted.

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Hearsay is admissible if the statement is made by a party to the case.

Question 5

Under the doctrine of "res ipsa loquitur," which of the following must be proven for a plaintiff to succeed in a negligence claim?

Accepted Answer

The harm was caused by an event that ordinarily does not occur without negligence.

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The defendant was negligent in their actions.

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The harm would not have occurred without the defendant’s direct actions.

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The plaintiff was aware of the defendant's negligent actions.