Chapter 17 THE IMPORTANCE OF LAWS Flashcards
1
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responsibilities
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duties or tasks that you are required or expected to do
2
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license
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an official permit that allows you to do something
3
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laws
A
a system of rules that people in a state or country must obey
4
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authority
A
the power to give orders or make decisions
5
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benefit
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provides good or helpful results or effects to promote the well being of citizens
6
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jury
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a group of citizens selected to decide the outcome of a trial
7
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taxes
A
money that citizens and businesses pay to the government to pay for the services people need
