__________ refers to conformity to opinions that supposedly reflect group consensus

A __________ such as singing the national anthem at sporting events and saluting the flag before the start of a school day, are ceremonial acts that are performed by the people of a nation.

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What is an amicus curiae brief?

a. a written argument submitted to a court in support of one side of a case b. a petition to remove a judge from a court case c. a petition submitted to Congress in support of or opposition to a judicial nominee d. a petition submitted to an executive branch agency, requesting a review of the agency's decision