In the Supreme Court, which of the following is TRUE concerning the writing of the Majority Opinion?
A. It is an unsigned opinion of the Court or a decision written by the entire Court.
B. It is the core decision of the Court that must be agreed upon by at least 5 justices and represents the legal reasoning for the Court's decision.
C. It is written by a justice who agrees with the outcome of the case but not with part of the legal reasoning.
D. It is submitted by a justice who disagrees with the outcome of the case.
Answer (1)
The majority opinion of the Supreme Court is the official decision agreed upon by at least 5 justices, representing the Court's legal reasoning in a case. It is not unsigned or written by the entire Court, nor is it a dissenting opinion. This opinion sets important precedents for future legal cases. ;
