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    Question

    Which of the following is an example of internal aids

    used in interpreting a statute?
    A Legislative debates and historical records Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Case law and judicial opinions Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Articles from legal journals and academic publications Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Opinions from legal commentators and scholars Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Preamble, headings, and marginal notes found within the statute itself Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Interpretation of Statute:  Internal aid means those materials which are available in the statute itself, though they may not be part of enactment. These internal aids include, long title, preamble, headings, marginal notes, illustrations, punctuation, proviso, schedule, transitory provisions, etc.

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