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Precedent
a ruling that is used as a basis for a judicial decision in a later, similar case
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Civics
the study of the rights and duties of citizens
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budget
a plan for making and spending money
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government
the ruling authority for a community
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common law
a system of law based on precedent and customs
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public policy
the course of action the government takes in response to an issue or problem
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legislature
a group of people that makes laws
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constitution
a detailed, written plan for the government
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articles of confederation
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Declaration of independence
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