Stare decisis means that cases are
A) decided using an adversarial system of opposing sides through which the truth hopefully will emerge.
B) decided on the grounds of constitutionality.
C) often used by judges to in effect enact new law and public policy.
D) decided on the basis of precedent.
E) appealable only on procedural grounds not on evidence.
Answer: D) decided on the basis of precedent.
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