JD Juris Doctor Questions and Questions 2

Question 1

Which doctrine holds that a later statute on the same subject supersedes an earlier one to the extent they conflict?

Accepted Answer

Lex posterior derogat priori

Answer

Lex posterior derogat priori means a later law repeals an earlier conflicting law.

Question 2

Under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, a party must serve a responsive pleading to a complaint within how many days after being served (absent a court order)?

Accepted Answer

21 days

Answer

FRCP Rule 12(a)(1)(A)(i) requires a defendant to serve an answer within 21 days after service of the summons and complaint.

Question 3

The 'but-for' test in tort law is used primarily to establish which element of a negligence claim?

Accepted Answer

Causation

Answer

The 'but-for' test determines actual cause: the harm would not have occurred but for the defendant's conduct.

Question 4

Which constitutional provision is the primary basis for Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce?

Accepted Answer

Commerce Clause

Answer

Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 (the Commerce Clause) grants Congress the power to regulate commerce among the states.

Question 5

In contract law, an offer is generally terminated by lapse of time. If no time is specified, the offer lapses after a:

Accepted Answer

Reasonable time based on the circumstances

Answer

An unspecified offer remains open for a reasonable time determined by the nature of the transaction and surrounding circumstances.

JD - Juris Doctor or a Doctor of Jurisprudence Practice Test

JD - Juris Doctor or a Doctor of Jurisprudence Practice Test

JD Juris Doctor Questions and Questions 2