The terms nation and state both refer to the self-identification of a people

Which of the following statements best describes the United States?

a. The country is becoming more diverse. b. The country is becoming increasingly homogenous. c. The country is becoming less heterogeneous. d. The country is becoming more ideological.¬¬¬¬

The vast majority of cases reaching the federal courts are settled on the principle of ________, meaning that an earlier ruling should hold for the case being considered.

A) historical authority B) stare decisis C) amicus curiae D) per curiam decision E) certiorari