Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam (PACE) Practice Exam

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In legal terms, what does a 'moot' question imply?

It is a question that has been resolved in prior cases.
It is a question that does not matter to the outcome of the case.
It is a question requiring immediate judicial intervention.
It is an issue unique to a single case.

The correct answer is: It is a question that does not matter to the outcome of the case.

A 'moot' question refers to an issue or question that no longer requires a resolution because it does not affect the ultimate decision in the case at hand. This can happen when the factual circumstances have changed, or when further legal decisions would not influence the outcome. Therefore, a moot question is seen as irrelevant to the judicial process, as addressing it would yield no practical effect on the parties involved or the final ruling of the court. In this context, the other options do not capture the essence of what makes a question moot. Resolved questions in prior cases relate more to precedent rather than current relevance. A question needing immediate judicial intervention suggests urgency rather than irrelevance, and a matter unique to a single case doesn't imply that it lacks impact or importance in determining a case's outcome. Thus, recognizing a moot question is essential for understanding which legal issues merit the court's attention.