Which definition is the best for precedent?

A) The ruling of a current case that is applied to a current case when the facts are different
B) The ruling in an early case that is applied to a subsequent case when the facts are the same
C) Let the decision stand
D) Liability for an injury to another person even if there was no intent to harm the other person

Answer: B

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A) Four or more adjacent ribs, fractured in three or more places B) Two or more adjacent ribs, fractured in two or more places C) Three or more adjacent ribs, fractured in four or more places D) Three or more adjacent ribs, fractured in two or more places

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