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    Question

    What is the primary aim of the Mischief Rule in statutory interpretation?

    A To interpret the statute strictly according to the literal meaning of its words Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To determine the legislator's intention by identifying the "mischief and defect" the statute aims to address and applying a ruling that remedies this issue Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To ensure that the statute is applied based on contemporary societal norms and values Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D To provide a broad and flexible interpretation of the statute to cover any unforeseen circumstances Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E To enforce the statute based solely on historical context and previous judicial decisions Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Interpretation of Statute:  The mischief rule is a rule of statutory interpretation that attempts to determine the legislator's intention. Its main aim is to determine the "mischief and defect" that the statute in question has set out to remedy, and what ruling would effectively implement this remedy.

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